Los Penitentes
Penitentes is a winter resort situatedon the Andean range, 2,580 meters above sea level, lying against the spectacular background of Mt. Aconcagua. It has over 300 hectares of skiable surface area, and covered by the finest dry and compact powder snow. Its skiing areas are scattered across 28 runs of varying heights, lengths and drops to accommodate skiers of all skill levels, with some routes being officially approved by FASA and the International Ski Federation, allowing them the honor of staging various skiing competitions.
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1. Cerro Bayo
Cerro Bayo Ski resort is located along the natural landscapes and slopes of Mount Bayo, offering over 200 hectares of skiable surface. The resort is surrounded by a rich forest and overlooks a breathtaking view of Lake Nahuel Huapi, and is close to a mountain village. Cerro Bayo is well-known for its 700-meter vertical drop for alpine skiing pracitce, as well as its well-suited environment for beginners and advanced skiiers, with over 23 signaled runs and 12 lifts. Because of its undaunting natural terrain, Cerro Bayo has been a favorite of families ever since it was built in 1978.
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2. Las Leņas
There is no doubt that Las Leņas is of the most sought after ski resorts in Argentina attributable to its unparalleled snow quality, first class accommodations, modern lift system, and its smooth and indiscriminate ski runs. There's a place for all skill levels in this resort, challenging twists and trails for expert skiers, and basic, undaunting slopes for beginners. Moreover, there are areas designed for other specific snow sports such as off-piste skiing, and nordic ski. Las Leņas is located near the capital city of Mendoza, with a flabbergasting 1,200 meter vertical drop, and over 230 hectares of skiable snow surface.
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Penitentes is a winter resort situatedon the Andean range, 2,580 meters above sea level, lying against the spectacular background of Mt. Aconcagua. It has over 300 hectares of skiable surface area, and covered by the finest dry and compact powder snow. Its skiing areas are scattered across 28 runs of varying heights, lengths and drops to accommodate skiers of all skill levels, with some routes being officially approved by FASA and the International Ski Federation, allowing them the honor of staging various skiing competitions.
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4. Portillo
Portillo Ski Center is the oldest and most well-known skiing area in South America, known by skiing enthusiasts all over the world as a resort of breathtaking beauty, where skiing and snowboarding is a world-class affair. It is unique as it is majestic-- no towns, commercial areas or high priced tickets mars its natural elegance, providing a friendly and warm atmosphere amids the snow's cold. It also plays host to national Ski Teams every year, and has born witness to the victories of many gold medal winners.
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Chapelco Ski Resort is considered the best skiing resort in Argentina and one of the most highly praised vacation areas in South America. It has 31 ski trails leveraged by 12 lifts, and runs through several kinds of terrain-- from curved bowls to half pipes, to steep backcountry slopes . It lies within Argentina's National Park, hovering above the cerulean waters of Lake Lacarfar below, and surrounded by a forest that was preserved from the mountain deforestation. It is located only 13 miles from the city of San Martin de los Andres, making it close enough to the convenience of city living, while being far enough for a getaway vacation.
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