Information about San Rafael

San Rafael is the second city in importance of the province. Its origin is mended to Mendoza southern colonizing process that was initiated in the year 1805 with the historic parliament of the Diamond and the foundation of the fort of San Rafael.
Declared city in October 7 of 1922 and since its origins has always been characterized for its geography and its production. In this oasis is cultivated: corn, alfalfa, vine, olive, fruits (peach, pear, plum) and cows and sheep. Derived from this production there are industries that devise products dried in preserve: marmalades, liquors and various products of great quality.
Also you can visit the main wine cellars of the country that have taken a seat in this city. The city counts on an intense movement and a modern urbanization. Its streets are extensive and have a lot of trees, with ditches. The zone is very apt to develop activities related to the nature: trekking, rafting, mountain bike, various excursions in contact with spectacular landscapes are some of the multiple possibilities that offers al tourist. The “Cañon del Atuel” constitutes the main attraction. Of extraordinary geomorphology, is a deep canon created by the effects of the erosion, of spectacular characteristics. The city counts on an assets shopping center, casino and possesses various lodging services infrastructure and gastronomy.