| Rosario is the largest city of the province of Santa Fe, Argentina. It is located 300 km (187 miles) northwest of Buenos Aires, on the western shore of the Parana River. Rosario is the head town of the Rosario Department and is located at the core of the most important industrial corridor in Argentina.. The city is a major railroad terminal and the shipping center for northeastern Argentina. Ocean steamers reach the city via the Parana River, which allows the existence of a 34- feet deep port. The Port of Rosario is subject to silting and must be dredged periodically. Exports include wheat, flour, hay, linseed and other vegetable oils, corn, sugar, lumber, meats, hides, and wool. Manufactures include flour, sugar, meat products, and other foodstuffs. Puerto del Rosario - The main town of Fuerteventura, Puerto del Rosario on the western side of the island was once called Puerto de Cabras (goat harbour), and even today it is said that goats outnumber people in this whitewashed town. Betancuria - The original capital of the island Betancuria was founded in 1405 by Norman conqueror, Jean de Bethencourt, but suffered repeated raids by pirates who eventually totally sacked the city and caused its citizens to move elsewhere. La Lajita Zoo - The little fishing village on the east coast of Fuerteventura has been put on the tourist map because it offers one of the island's main attractions, the 'Oasis de Los Camellos' zoo. The zoo is home to a small selection of animals, but the... see full details. La Oliva - The village of La Oliva was formerly the home of the military governors of the island between the 17th and mid- 19th centuries. The Governor's townhouse has been restored and is open to the public. Beaches on Fuerteventura - One does not need to go far on Fuerteventura to find a perfect beach, even if you are intent on seeking out solitude away from other holidaymakers. The best can be found around Jandia, on the southern tip of the island. Juan Gomez. Rosario has excellent cuisine, in this opportunity we have the duty to recommend three dishes you cannot miss: grilled surubi marinated in garlic and dry pine mushrooms, accompanied with butter and fresh herbs, and country potatoes in pepper on the side, tenderloin in very Mediterranean mushroom sauce or pork sirloin steak in a sauce made with brown sugar, prune and currants. A very good and varied wine menu accompanies every choice. When it comes to dessert, we recommend the delicious rice pudding, carefully prepared by the lady of the house. |
