Santa Fe lies in the northeastern region of Argentina, bordering the province of Buenos Aires to the south. Composed of tall savannas, marsh and green flatlands, the Parana River runs through its eastern border. The capital city of the same name is famous for the Raul Uranga - Carlos Sylvestre Begnis Subfluvial Tunnel, a 7864-foot (2397-meter) tunnel that runs under the Parana River to the city of Parana in Entre Rios. Floods can occur because of the lowlands and a major flood displaced thousands of residents in 2003.The Cayasta Ruins lie 43 miles (70km) north of the capital. These 400 year old ruins are known as "Old Santa Fe" and were the first settlement of the area on the San Javier River before being taken over by aborigines. Also of interest in the region is the Convento de San Francisco. Built without the use of nails, this museum of colonial architecture also carries with it the legend of the Santa Fe Tiger. The claw marks on the entrance door are proof of the tiger that is said to have sprung from the river and killed a number of people before being shot. Another attraction is Rosario, Argentina's third largest city. Famous for its shopping and historical district, the Plaza 25 de Mayo, this city boasts many museums including a large statue to General Manuel Belgrano, who first raised Argentina's flag in the city of Rosario. Video of the City of Rosario The province can be easily accessed by two airports: the Sauce Viejo Airport 10 miles (17 km) southwest of the capital (airport code "SFN"), and Islas Malvinas International Airport which is 8 miles (13 km) west of Rosario (airport code "ROS"). Flights can be arranged from Buenos Aires and other cities in Argentina, along with car rental. You can also find and compare rates for hotel accommodations and package deals in the province.
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