Mendoza Province, Administrative region at Andes foothills, Argentina
Mendoza covers a large portion of western Argentina and reaches from the peaks of the Andes to gently sloping plains in the east. Rivers run through the region and supply vineyards and orchards with water from the mountains.
Spanish settlers founded the province in the 16th century and built irrigation channels for farming. Later the territory separated from Chile and became part of the viceroyalty on the Rio de la Plata.
The annual grape festival brings visitors from around the country and showcases winemaking traditions through music and parades. At local wineries, people gather for tastings where regional wines are shared in a relaxed atmosphere.
Most wine routes lie south of the capital and remain open throughout the year, though harvest season in spring is especially lively. Visitors heading to the mountains should prepare for changing weather and large shifts in elevation.
The tallest peak in both American continents sits in the northwest of the province and draws climbers from around the world. At nearly 7000 meters, this mountain offers a challenge that few other places on Earth can match.
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