When anyone is visiting Mendoza, they can’t fail to take a trip to El Callao, located about 5 km away from the capital.

This place holds some of the most magnificent scenic landscapes which will take your breath away. It stretches between the San Martin Park and the Las Lajas Path. Travel a little further to arrive at the foothills of Mount La Angostura. This is a spot where a giant cross with Jesus’ statue called the El Cristo de los Cerros, is erected. Surrounding this are some gorgeous views of the nature.

Though a small place, El Challao holds most of the things that attract modern crowd, like pubs, discos, eat outs, camping sites and well facilitated accommodation. All kind of people can hang around these places and have a great time. Some of the popular outdoor activities include paragliding, horse riding, motocross, hiking and mountain biking.

You will get to visit some amazing places like the Hot Springs and the famous Nuestra Senora de Lourdes Sanctuary. The significance of this place is the annual pilgrimage held to this place on 11th February. Thousands of people make a long journey to attend the worship held at the ancient church, and then be a part of the celebrations at the huge open theatre.

You may want to spend some time at the Hot Springs Hotel to rest for a while. Here you will experience a rare way to relax yourself by bathing in the hot springs. The waters heated naturally by the earth’s heat will sooth your body and mind, equally.

These pools are seen as holding great healing power as they can work wonders for your heat, nervous system and skin as well. The minerals found in these waters are successful in revitalizing the people who spend time in them. What better way to get some beauty treatment administered by nature herself while you relax in the warm waters of these pools?

Thus, El Callao is a great place for all those who want to have a fun filled holiday amidst great natural beauty. Include this wonderful village in your “to visit” list, as it’s worth it.