Puerto Iguazu – Argentina
After breakfast we found our way to Argentina. The place there is Puerto Iguaçu. A great deal of the waterfalls in on the Argentinian side of the river. Brazilians say: “Argentina got the scenery, but we got the view.” From the entrance of the National Part to the starting point of the trail along the waterfalls, a mini train took us through the first part of the 250,000 hectares subtropical forest. The waterfalls are an UNESCO World Heritage Site. Footbridges take you along roaring waters, more tranquil streams, deep falls and “steamy” parts of the falls. Here a little comparison, for the lovers of contests…
Everywhere along the paths we met cute, cheeky coatis. They are native here and seem to like to pose for the camera.
Making the most out of it, we drove over to the point, where three countries meet each other (in the river): Argentina, Brazil en Paraguay. From the Argentinian site, you see an impressive bridge crossing the waters. Minor issue: it’s not connected to any road.
Crossing the boarder back to Brazil is an interessesting procedure. Basically, Argentina carries out all controles, but does not put a stamp in your passport. Brazil will give you a stamp, but doesn’t do any controles. You drive through the boarder in the first place, park the car, walk back, go through the office for a passport check, pick up your car and that’s it.
Back in the hotel, we chilled our inner system and again, left with our driver to find a restaurant downtown. The restaurant, he suggested for dinner, was (to us) a quit special place: You order your drinks, the basics (soep, side dishes, salads,…) you find at the buffet. And the waiters come to your table with fresh roasted meat and other stuff (goat, beef, pork, turkey, chicken, cheese, pineapple … you name it) Almost every other minute you have to decide to take some or to let go… On top of all, there is a buffet for dessert. Killing!
