Bariloche, Mountain resort city in Río Negro Province, Argentina
Bariloche is a large city in Río Negro Province, Argentina, that spreads along the shore of Nahuel Huapi Lake and is surrounded by foothills of the Andes. The downtown sits in a bay between wooded hills, and several residential areas extend along the lakefront road heading west.
The official foundation in 1902 followed decades of use as a trading post by indigenous communities and early settlers. During the 20th century, immigrants from Central Europe arrived and brought the architecture and chocolate craft traditions with them.
The name comes from an indigenous word that refers to a small cave at the original settlement site. Many visitors today notice the timber facades and typical slate roofs in the center.
The city sits at roughly 770 m elevation and is accessible year-round, with local transport connecting main residential areas and the downtown. The main street runs parallel to the lakeshore and leads to most shops, restaurants, and public facilities.
The annual chocolate production reaches around 500,000 kg and makes the city a center of chocolate craft in South America. Many small workshops open their windows to the street and let visitors watch the production process.
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