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One
of the most important history marks of the Jesuit Missions,
located in Argentina, 260Km from Foz do Iguazu.
The
history tells us the work the Spanish priests did together
with the Guarani aborigines of that time, catechising them,
teaching the culture of plantations, craftsmanship, religion
and education. Providing them with all the social and human
conditions, place in which a city was formed. The constructions
were made of stones, by the aboriginal workforce.
These
ruins are considered one of the best monuments in state of
preservation.
Access
by a Federal Argentine Road, totally paved, a 4 hours trip.
Distance 25Km from the district capital of Misiones. Tour
length: A whole day.
Duração
deste tour: Dia inteiro.
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Suggestion
for the program
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07:00
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After
breakfast, depart towards the San Ignácio Ruins,
going through the Fraternity Bridge (frontier Brazil/Argentina),
getting the Federal Argentina road, totally paved. During
the trip, apart from the wonderful tropical panorama,
Pine, Tealeaves and Mate plantations can be seen. |
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Arrival
at the San Ignácio Ruins. Visit |
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13:00
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Lunch
at a local restaurant. |
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15:00
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Return,
with a quick stop at Wanda, place where there are semi
precious stones mining, like amethyst, topaz ,etc. |
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20:00
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Arrival
at the hotel |
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