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One of the main reasons people choose South America cruises is the chance to sit in the sunshine on some of the world's most famous beaches, but once their holiday gets underway they soon find that visiting the region's cities is every bit as enjoyable. Your cruise ship will stop at a host of cities during its voyage, giving you the opportunity to experience just how cosmopolitan the continent is. One place that is guaranteed to stand out from the rest is Buenos Aires. The capital of Argentina enjoys a beautiful location on the banks of the Rio de la Plata, ensuring there are plenty of picturesque places to go for a walk. There is also lots of manmade beauty in the city, which has an architectural style heavily influenced by its time as a Spanish colony. Perhaps the highlight of any tour of Buenos Aires is visiting the main square of the downtown area, Plaza de Mayo. Here you will discover the impressive Piramide de Mayo - a towering memorial to the May Revolution of 1810 that was such a landmark event on the road to independence for Argentina. The square is surrounded by some of the city's most important buildings, including the homes of the national and provincial authorities - the Casa Rosada and Cabildo. It is also where you will find the unusual Buenos Aires Metropolitan Cathedral; a building that does not look like a church from outside but boasts a beautifully ornate Isidro Lorea-designed altarpiece. It is also well worth making time to see the Monumental Tower, Plaza San Martin and the Palace of Congress while touring the capital - and you won't want to miss La Recoleta Cemetery. Many of Argentina's great and good are buried here, so you will be able to see Eva Peron's grave and those of a number of former presidents. As well as sightseeing, you can take in a little local culture by attending a sensual Tango show. Combine the dance performance with enjoying locally produced steak and red wine at a top restaurant and you will have the perfect Buenos Aires night out. Before you return to your ship to continue your South America cruise, you may wish to take the time to explore some of Argentina's natural attractions. The mighty Iguazu Falls - which are around 1.7 miles wide - are guaranteed to be a sight you will never forget. For the best in South America cruises, take a look at what Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has to offer and you could soon be relaxing on a luxury cruise ship.
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