USHUAIA

USHUAIA, THE CITY

Ushuaia is the capital of Tierra del Fuego, Antártida e Islas del Atlántico Sur Province, Argentina. It is commonly regarded as the southernmost city in the world. Ushuaia is located in a wide bay on the southern coast of Isla Grande de Tierra del Fuego, bounded on the north by the Martial mountain range, and on the south by the Beagle Channel. It is the only municipality in the Department of Ushuaia, which has an area of 9,390 km2 (3,625 sq mi). It has a population of 67.600 inhabitants approx. It was founded on October 12 of 1884 by Augusto Lasserre. It combines natural beauty and regional hospitality to become a favourite spot for many tourists visiting.
Its marvellous location allows you to enjoy the conjunction of the ocean, the forest and the mountains, with its valleys, lakes and local fauna.

• Ushuaia´s history
• What to do in winter.
• What to do in summer.
• Places to visit in the city.