Lakeside Tourist Paradise,
Villa Rumipal, Cordoba, Argentina
By Roy Heale
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Tercero River Reservoir
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During the Argentine summer
months of December, January, and February many tourists turn to the
outdoors for leisure activities under the hot sun and during the warm
days. The Calamuchita Valley in the Sierras of Cordoba Province is
one of the most well known tourist destinations with those who enjoy
lakeside outdoor activities.
Villa Rumipal is one
of the workers settlements established during the construction of the
Tercero River dam during the first half of the twentieth century. The
closest city is Santa Rosa de Calamuchita, located just seventeen
kilometers away. The sleepy small town with tree-lined quiet streets
is peaceful, relaxing, and offers a full range of activities in and
around the lake.
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Quiet Tree Lined Streets |
Nestled on the shore of the very large Tercero River
Reservoir
and including several waterways which contribute to this vast lake,
this is a place where boating, fishing, swimming, and more water
sports prevail in the crystal clear waters. El TorreĆ³n and
Corcovados Beaches are the most popular and offer a range of
activities.
The climate is ideal for outdoor life, including events such as
the Lake Provincial Festival and its traditional swim across the
lake, the
Criollo Holy Week, the endurance championships, plus
model airplanes tournaments with radio controlled flights. These are
all memorable events for visitors throughout the year.
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Posada Chapaq Nan
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Lago Hotel
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Villa Rumipal has a lakeside camping site, numerous cabin
rentals, and two new hotels (Lago Hotel and Posada Chapaq Nan) near
the waterfront plus several local cafes and restaurants offering
Argentine specialty dishes. It is recommended to book early due to
the immense popularity in the summer months and the limited number of
accommodations available.
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Local Restaurants |
Enjoy this summer playground situated beside one of the regions
largest lakes.