For short breaks, there are options within the Province that offer quiet and colorful landscapes to disconnect from the City.
For short periods of time or weekend getaways, there are incredible options to do tourism in the Province of Buenos Aires. With different options, interesting cuisine and even cultural history, there are little-known towns very close to the Federal Capital that serve to disconnect and enjoy the tranquility.
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Among them is the party of General Las Herasa territory that preserves ancient traditions of our country such as Duck, which is the national sport. It is only 70 kilometers from the city and offers a completely different landscape, with much more nature and wide spaces.
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Where is General Las Heras located?
General Las Heras is located in the Province of Buenos Aires, about 70 kilometers from the Federal Capital, heading southwest. It is known as the National Duck Capital and every year it attracts many people who are fond of this sport because it is the main venue for tournaments in high season.
What you can do in General Las Heras
In addition to its tradition, with its large establishments with duck courts and ranch tourism, it offers a varied top-quality gastronomy. With a distinction in meats, but also known for its cheeses and sausages. Outside of this area, it also has green spaces, museums and an urban center with ancient architecture worth admiring. One of its notable buildings is the Chapel of the San Luis Gonzaga Institute, which has murals painted by Antonio Berni in 1981.
The nature of the place is ideal for walking, cycling or horseback riding. Also to enjoy picnic days on the grass and admire the lushness of its forests. It also has the Rodríguez and Morales streams, where fishing is usually done.
How to go to General Las Heras
By private car, you can get there through the Ezeiza-Cañuelas Highway and then take Provincial Route Number 6 until its intersection with National Route Number 40.
If you go by train, the branch that arrives is the Merlo, of the Sarmiento train. Later it must be combined with the Lobos service. To go by bus, the lines that arrive are 136 and 322.
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