Must-see attractions in The Gran Chaco

  • Bañado la Estrella

    The Gran Chaco

    Formosa province's standout attraction is Bañado la Estrella. This stunning wetland area is a floodplain of the Río Pilcomayo and harbors an astonishing…

  • MusEUM

    The Gran Chaco

    The headquarters of the sculpture Bienal and the venue for it, the exhibition room and grounds house many of the most impressive pieces from past…

  • Parque Nacional Chaco

    The Gran Chaco

    Preserving several diverse ecosystems that reflect subtle differences in relief, soils and rainfall, this very accessible park protects 150 sq km of the…

  • Parque Nacional El Impenetrable

    The Gran Chaco

    Argentina's newest national park is also the reserve with the coolest name. Located between the towns of Miraflores and Nueva Pompeya, the recently…

  • Museo del Hombre Chaqueño

    The Gran Chaco

    This small but excellent museum is run by enthusiastic staff (some English spoken) who talk you through displays covering the three main pillars of Chaco…

  • Parque Nacional Río Pilcomayo

    The Gran Chaco

    For good birdwatching, this park, 126km northwest of Formosa and 55km west of Clorinda, is close to the Paraguay border. Daily buses connect Formosa and…

  • El Fogón de los Arrieros

    The Gran Chaco

    Founded in 1943, this is a cultural center and gallery that for decades has been the driving force behind Resistencia’s artistic commitment. It's famous…

  • Complejo Ecológico Municipal

    The Gran Chaco

    At the junction of RN16 and RN95, 4km east of downtown, the town’s spacious zoo and botanical garden has a focus on birds and mammals found in the Chaco…