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FACTS ON ARGENTINA
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Los Alerces National Park
The park was built to protect extensive groves of alerce a large and ancient
conifers that can exceed 150 feet in height and 12 feet in diameter. Alerces
well over two millenia in age grow amongst stands of cypress and incense cedar.
The park is located west of Esquel and also features pristine lakes and streams,
enchanting views and excellent fishing. The area is usually mild in the summer
although it can be quite wet at other times.
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