Esquina
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Esquina, Corrientes
The streets of Esquina, in the northern province of Corrientes, will forever be marked by the tall palms that have lined the roads for years, creating clean air, and carrying with them memories of colonial times, always remembered by the land.
Esquina, which means “corner” in Spanish, is aptly named, sitting right at the crux of the Corriente and Paraná rivers. Because of its advantageous location, the city offers remarkable panoramas of the surrounding land and ample rivers. With a beautiful coast, bathing in the waters is enjoyed by young and old, scattered along the many perfect spots for fun in the sun.
The city brings in fisherman and anglers from around the country, year after year, for its Fiesta Nacional del Pacú. This festival is known nationwide as one of the most important tourist attractions, and offers opportunities to fish not only the pacú, which is a relative of the piranha, but many other kinds of freshwater fish that are native to the waters of Corrientes.
But the festivities do not end there. The summer is a great time to visit Esquina, as the city takes part in the Carnival celebrations that Latin America is so famous for. During January and February, the streets and avenues of Esquina pulse with the rhythms and energy of the drums, music, and dancers that lead the Carnival merriment. The nights are alive with plenty to see and do, with parties carrying on into the wee hours of the morning. This is one of the top fishing destination in Argentina. Check for other Argentina fishing destinations in this Argentina travel guide.
While fishing is one of the most popular outdoor activities in Esquina, it also offers great opportunities for the hunting enthusiast. The varied landscape provides an ideal habitat for a varied and healthy wildlife, creating, in turn, idea hunting grounds. Different kinds of birds are among the most hunted, but other animals are also present. Of course, hunting season is only for a few specific months per year, which can vary depending on what you are looking to hunt. All rules and regulations must be respected, as they are in place for the sake of the animals, the habitat, and other hunters.
Within the city, there are plenty of sights that cannot be missed. One of the most prominent buildings in the Palacio Municipal, erected in 1950, with its tall tower, with clocks on every face. While schools are not usually a tourist draw, the Escuela Normal Dr. José Alfredo Ferreira is an exception, popular for its age, and for being the sixth such school founded in the entire country. The building dates back to 1900, although the school itself was founded twelve years earlier.
No Argentine town would be complete without a beautiful church, and Esquinas is no different. Here, you can find the Iglesia Santa Rita de Casia, built in 1846 after the original town and chapel were destroyed. Finally, don’t miss the Museo Municipal J. Alfredo Ferreira, showing artifacts from times past from the area and the city itself. It also contains an extensive library.
The city is 320 kilometers from both Santa Fe and Corrientes capital cities, and 650 kilometers from Buenos Aires. It can be accessed by RN 12 and 18. Accommodation is varied and plentiful.