I arrived in Mendoza late morning. The station was quite empty and I went looking for a taxi to take me into the city. Once in the main square I went to one of the recommended hostel in my book. It was the best choice. The hostel was clean with a great vibe and lots of young people from all over the world. I really liked it. I met many people that I will probably meet again in Buenos Aires and in other cities I will visit. In particular two guys, Dave and Jo, I am sure I will meet them again throughout my journey.
I spent the afternoon visiting the city, walking around parks, large streets and sightseeing beautiful houses. I love Mendoza. It is a perfect blend of Italian, Spanish and Latin American culture. Elegant and sober, it definitely stands out so far as one of my favourite cities in the entire South America journey. Moreover people are incredibly open, friendly, easy going and with a passion for running and sports hence they are incredibly fit. Food and wine are as well amazing, with tons of winery and farms all scattered around. This is really my kind of place.
The three days were spent visiting wineries and a wine tasting tour, eating in good restaurants and drinking in fancy bars, chatting with friends in the local hostel and a day tour visiting the surroundings reaching the border with Chile. I am pretty sad to leave Mendoza. I can easily see myself spending few weeks here but unfortunately this is the sad rule of crossing South America in 2 months. You are always on the go.
I am catching a night bus train to Cordoba and I should arrive around 7am. The bus is empty and comfortable. The screen is showing Terminator Salvation. I think I will watch the movie and trying to catch some sleep.
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