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About Rosario
General
Information
Argentina is a nation of contrasts with landscapes ranging from
lush, tropical forests to the frigid ice fields of the Antarctic.
The beaches of the Atlantic coast roll onto the flat, verdant pampas
that stretch westward and dry out, eventually colliding with the
majestic Andes Mountains.
With
1,200,000 inhabitants, Rosario has an alluring cosmopolitan feel,
supporting theaters, art museums, historical mansions, national
monuments, and 2 professional soccer teams. Located 200 miles upriver
from Buenos Aires on the Paraná River, the city has a rich
history influenced by European ancestry in a uniquely South American
way—giving the busy city center a flavorful charm evident
in its language, style, and cuisine.
University
students enjoy Rosario’s compactness, with its closed-off
streets and easy access to the waterfront. Argentines swim and surf
at Mar del Plata, explore Iquazú Falls, backpack Patagonia,
ski San Carlos de Bariloche, and windsurf and kayak on the Paraná
River.
The
program in Rosario offers students the opportunity to experience
Argentina to the fullest - its people and its culture. Courses are
tailored to American students and are designed to take advantage
of the program’s locale in the heart of Rosario. Field trips
and academic excursions allow students to experience Argentina beyond
the pages of their textbooks.
Links
to other helpful websites
- Universidad Nacional de Rosario: http://www.unr.edu.ar/
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The Lonely Planet travel guide offers concise and relevant information
for anyone planning to travel to Argentina. Included in this website
is information on when to go, costs and money, attractions, activities,
history, culture and environment among others. The site also includes
a list of further reading on Argentinean history, culture, and society.
See links to related websites and travel news for additional information
about Argentina. http://www.lonelyplanet.com/destinations/south_america/argentina
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The South American Explorers website has comprehensive information
about travel, health and safety, places to visit, hotels, culture,
and history. The site also includes a map of Argentina. http://www.saexplorers.org/arsearch.htm
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The City of Rosario Official website (in spanish): http://www.rosario.gov.ar
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Rosario Tourism Office (in spanish): http://www.rosarioturismo.com
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