USHUAIA, located at the tip of the island of the South American continent, is known as the southernmost city in the world. The name Ushuaia means bay that penetrates towards the west, which is an extremely accurate description. This name comes from the Yámana language, who were the first inhabitants of the coasts of the Beagle Channel. Located on the banks of the Canal Beagle and surrounded by the Martial mountain range, it offers a unique landscape in Argentina, with the combination of mountains, sea, glaciers and forests. The climate is unstable, with predominant winds from the West, all four seasons can be felt on the same day. The average summer temperature is 10ºC, with maximum temperatures that can reach 20ºC, with sunlight from three in the morning until approximately twenty-three hours. In winter, the average temperature is 1ºC, with minimum temperatures that can reach -10ºC, allowing you to enjoy snow activities in the city, such as ice skating in the natural lagoon, known as “Laguna del Diablo”, or cross-country skiing. or alpine, near the Martial Glacier, in Cerro Castor or in the Winter Centers located on Route 3. The history of Ushuaia began to be outlined with the arrival, in 1869, of the Anglican missionary Stirling, who dedicated himself to evangelizing the natives. . But without a doubt it was President Roca’s decision to install a penal colony in the region that helped the development and growth of Ushuaia.
Owner of a unique landscape, Ushuaia offers endless possibilities and activities, in summer, trekking, horseback riding, sport fishing and mountain biking allowing the visitor to enjoy nature and explore unexplored places through scenery. as incredible as the Tierra del Fuego National Park. In winter, the magnificent geography and cold temperatures invite you to practice skiing, both alpine (downhill) and cross-country skiing (on flat terrain). . Navigating the Beagle Channel is another unmissable experience since this was the scene of the exploits of those first colonizers and is the home of the marine fauna characteristic of the region. To enjoy your stay in Ushuaia, we suggest always with at least one waterproof coat, and comfortable shoes to move comfortably and safely on the sloping streets, characteristics of this city. In terms of tourist services, the city has accommodations and restaurants of all categories as well as banks, exchange offices and all the amenities that tourists need.
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