Posadas
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Posadas is a pleasant, small, accessible city in Misiones province in the Mesopotamia region of Argentina. It makes a nice break on the long ride between Iguaçu Falls and Buenos Aires.
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Get in
Direct non stop half hour flights from Jorge Newbury Airport in Buenos Aires or you can take a comfortable overnight sleeper bus from Retiro Station in Downtown Buenos Aires, this trip lasts approximately 9 to 10 hours.
Get around
In town you will find plenty of taxis and buses but the best way to get around is on foot.
See
Parque República del Paraguay, La Bajada Vieja, Botanic Garden, La Costanera riverwalk, Palacio del Mate, Anfiteatro Manuel Antonio Ramírez, and the local museums.
Do
There is a lovely walk along the river. Don't forget to enjoy the Maté, Argentina's popular beverage. Although the first taste will be an unusual flavor for newcomers, it is a haunting taste that beckons you back time and time again.
Buy
Beautiful artesanal objects handmade by the Guarani Indians. You can find them at Plaza 9 de Julio in downtown Posadas.
Eat
Along the city's riverwalk, populary known as "La Costanera", there are plenty of great restaurants like Doña Chola, La Ruedita, Barlovento, just to name a few. Most of these restaurants have a wonderful view of the Parana river.
Drink
The most popular bars in the city are: Bocatto, Español, Bahia, Vittragge, Mentecato, Status and Barlovento.
Sleep
Hotel Continental, Hotel Posadas, Hotel Libertador, Hotel Julio Cesar, etc. Complejo La Aventura is for those who prefer to be in direct contact with nature.
Get out
Encarnacion in Paraguay is a city bus ride away.
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