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Iguazu Falls in Argentina - UNESCO World Heritage Site in South America
Iguazu Falls National Park of Over 275 Thundering Waterfalls Is Magnificent

By , About.com Guide

The Iguazu Falls mark the border between Argentina and Brazil. Extending for 2 miles and with a drop of over 200 feet, the sights and sounds of these falls on the Iguazu River should not be missed by anyone cruising to South America.

The flight from Buenos Aires to the airport in Puerto Iguazu is only about an hour, and there are hotels of all price ranges near (or in) the Iguazu National Park. I bought an Iguazu Falls package trip that included airfare, overnight in a hotel, and a private guide for 2 days. This worked out well since the 2 days provided the opportunity to view the falls from both Brazil and Argentina. Having a knowledgeable guide to drive and facilitate the border crossing made the visit even more enjoyable.

American tourists will need to get a Brazilian Visa before leaving home, so don't plan to visit Brazil without one. The best panoramic views of Iguazu Falls are from Brazil, but an overnight trip to only the Iguazu National Park in Argentina is worthwhile.

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  1. Jungle Train at Iguazu Falls National Park in ArgentinaJungle Train at Iguazu Falls National Park in Argentina
  2. Views from the Iguazu Falls Upper Circuit Trail in ArgentinaViews from the Iguazu Falls Upper Circuit Trail in Argentina
  3. Boat in the Iguazu River at Iguazu Falls National Park in ArgentinaBoat in the Iguazu River at Iguazu Falls National Park in Argentina
  4. Sign Marking Upper Circuit Trail to Ramirez Falls at Iguazu National ParkSign Marking Upper Circuit Trail to Ramirez Falls at Iguazu National Park in Argentina
  5. View of Tropical das Cataratas Hotel in Brazil from Iguazu in ArgentinaView of Tropical das Cataratas Hotel in Brazil from Iguazu National Park in Argentina
  6. View of Lower Circuit Trail from Upper Circuit Trail at Iguazu FallsView of Lower Circuit Trail from Upper Circuit Trail at Iguazu Falls National Park in Argentina
  7. Sightseeing Boat in the Iguazu River at Iguazu National Park in ArgentinaSightseeing Boat in the Iguazu River at Iguazu National Park in Argentina
  8. Waterfalls at Iguazu National Park in ArgentinaWaterfalls at Iguazu National Park in Argentina
  9. Sightseeing Boat Gives a Wild Ride at Iguazu Falls in ArgentinaSightseeing Boat Gives a Wild Ride at Iguazu Falls in Argentina
  10. Looking Down at Iguazu National Park in ArgentinaLooking Down at Iguazu National Park in Argentina
  11. Iguazu Falls View from the Sheraton International Hotel IguazuIguazu Falls View from the Sheraton International Hotel Iguazu in Iguazu National Park in Argentina
  12. Marvel Paull and Linda Garrison at Iguazu Falls, ArgentinaMarvel Paull and Linda Garrison at Iguazu Falls, Argentina
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