Save the Best for Last in Ushuaia

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If you’re the type of traveler who revels in the enjoyment offered by outdoor activities, then you must put Ushuaia on your bucket list for dream travels. The very location of this suburban town makes it cognitive and perfect for several things that will bring about the rush within you such as hiking, skiing, sailing, kayaking and scuba diving, along with other water and land activities.

Map out your options through dozens of restaurants to ease the pain of all-day walking, chill out on cafeterias and spark some conversations with Ushuaia’s hospitable locals.

Known to be the ‘southernmost city’ of the world, Ushuaia would craft a vacation that you’ve always wanted—the serenity of watching Antarctica-bound vessels careening the waters of the city, the bustling city center basking on businesses and commerce, the glory of outdoor fun, enthralling tourists since time knows when; Ushuaia must make it to your attention, or you’ll regret to not have visited it in your lifetime.

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Location

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You can easily spot Ushuaia on Argentina’s southern coast, specifically perched on the wide bay of Isla Grande de Tierra Del Fuego.

It is easily surrounded with the Beagle Channel on its southern edge and the well-known Martial Mountain Range bordering Ushuaia’s north.

It has been said that the city is scoping a total land area of 9-square miles, elevated at 75 feet and is currently home for an estimate of 57,000 inhabitants.

Climate

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As according to the Koppen Climate Classification, Ushuaia is a mixture of sub polar oceanic climate with hints of the typical tundra class.

Sunshine hours are said to be well distributed within the whole year with December and January harnessing the months with the most sunshine episodes.

On an annual scale, temperatures are set upon the range of 18-degrees Celsius up to the recorded peak of 29.5-degrees Celsius.

Rainfall is also known to be on a fair spread the whole year, amounting to a total of 20.86 inches annually. Snow days can happen in Ushuaia, and like its rain and sunshine, it can be experienced evenly to almost all the months of the year.

Transportation

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Luckily for those who’re comfortable with air travel, Ushuaia receives and caters regular flights via the Ushuaia – Malvinas Argentina’s International Airport with travelers coming in and coming off to Buenos Aires, Santiago and El Calafate.

Due to its location as close and key entry from the Southern Ocean, you’d also have the chance to pass by Ushuaia via some cruise ships on the likes of Princess Cruises, Holland America Line and Celebrity Cruises.

Passenger and freight lines can also be used going in and out of the city. If you’re feeling quite extravagant, there are also private helicopter rides to choose from and can bring you to Ushuaia and other neighboring sites such as Cape Horn and Faulkner Islands.

What to See

Legislatura Provincial

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Simply, the Legislatura Provincial has served to be the governor’s official mansion and residence for years. The structure is boasting of the finest woodcarvings and materials such as oak and narra.

The Ushuaia government due to the historical value it holds has preserved this landmark and the very stuff housed within its walls.

Parque Yatana Park

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With the efforts of one Ushuaia family, the Parque Yatana Park is a sentinel for creativity and passion. Known to be part art project and part urban refuge, this sight is sure to take your breath away due to the picturesque view it offers.

It is a city block of lenga forest, which has been saved from possible encroachment services blocking its full potential in being preserved.

Glaciar Martial

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Located at Ushuaia’s downtown area, the Glaciar Martial will let you revel the views of the whole city and the bordering Beagle Channel.

This is where all the outdoor activities come into play as you can hike a few kilometers before you get to the end point and this landmark.

If you’re feeling really lackadaisical, you can grab a cab or the services of the Aerosilla Chairlift for a more hassle-free trek to the place.

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