Ciudad de Mendoza 1.2.5

Welcome to the City of Mendoza, recognized as the International Capital of Wine and honored as one of the 21 most wonderful cities in the world according to www.new7wonders.com.

Situated at the foot of the towering Andes Mountains, Mendoza serves as a vital gateway to the Pacific Ocean. Its climate is characterized by mild temperatures, infrequent rainfall, and relatively few windy days, benefits conferred by the protective mountain range.

As one of Argentina's most prominent urban centers, Mendoza ranks as the fourth largest conurbation in the nation, playing a strategic role in the socio-economic development of MERCOSUR and serving as a key link to Chile.

The city presents itself as an oasis-like environment, with artificial irrigation forming the foundation of its landscape. Its hallmark features—verdant tree-lined streets, canal systems, broad sidewalks, and rejuvenated green spaces—contribute to an excellent quality of life for residents and visitors alike. Mendoza also boasts a 510-hectare park named after the Liberator of America, General San Martín.

Accessibility is facilitated through both air and land routes: Mendoza’s International Airport Francisco Gabrielli connects travelers globally, while national routes Nº 40 and 7 link the city with other parts of Argentina from north to south and east to west, as well as with neighboring Chile.

The city itself is an attraction, founded in 1561 by Pedro de Castillo. Its culinary scene plays a central role, featuring international cuisine in upscale hotels alongside traditional establishments offering exquisite local dishes. The gastronomic offerings are diverse—from Argentine-style barbecues and empanadas to ethnic cuisines of Oriental, Spanish, or Italian origin—all complemented by Mendoza’s renowned wines.

Mendoza maintains a vibrant artistic and cultural scene with theaters, museums, art galleries, and craft markets enriching daily life. The city’s lively atmosphere extends into its nightlife: pubs, dance venues, theaters, cinemas, and casinos remain active until late hours. It also serves as an ideal starting point for excursions to notable provincial attractions such as wine routes, mountain landscapes, rivers, thermal springs, and natural reserves.

All these features invite visitors to reconnect with nature, explore history, forge new friendships, and perhaps gain insight into themselves. On October 30th, 1987, Mendoza was named by the OIV as the International Capital of Wine and was also designated as the eighth World Capital of Wine. It is part of a global network alongside renowned wine cities like Bordeaux and Florence, elevating Mendoza’s wines—particularly its emblematic Malbec—onto an unmatched international standing. Additionally, the city was honored as one of the 21 Wonder Cities of the world in the “New7Wonders Cities” contest.

For these reasons and many more, we invite you to discover this extraordinary city.

Sincerely,
Rodolfo Suárez
Mayor