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Published: April 3rd 2008
Karen and Tony say We are going to try and keep this one to a minimum as we reckon the pictures do the talking here, also we're sure you are exhausted after the Pantal episode.
The spectacular Iguazu Falls lie on the border between Brazil, Argentina and Paraguay. It is possible to view the falls from both the Brazilian and Argentinian sides. We had heard that it is worth seeing it from both sides as the two offer different experiences, which proved to be true.
From the Brazilian side you get a panoramic view of the falls. From the Argentinian side you can get far closer to the falls with walks along the top and access to the edge of La Gargantua del Diablo (The Devil's Throat).
To access the falls from the Brazilian side we stayed just outside of the nearest town Foz do Iguacu in Hostel Natura. It was a really great place and we would highly recommend it. It is set in lovely grounds and is really fab for chilling out.
When we first saw the falls we both laughed, as you can't really believe what you are seeing. The scale
A view from Argentina
La Gargantua del Diablowas difficult to take in, they are huge! At every turn of the trail you gain a different perspective of the falls. It was a great day out and thoroughly enjoyable.
We both agree that the Argentinian side offered a better experience as you can get right up close to much of the falls. One of the highlights of the day was La Gargantua del Diablo. Here a walk accross the wide river culminates at what seems like the edge of the world as you look down into the abyss of the thundering falls. We were doused from head to foot in the constant swirling spray which was a lovely sensation. Luckily we managed to get there before the crowds which made for a particularly special time. The Argentinian side actually takes a full day in order to fully appreciate, and we were both exhausted by the end of it, so we treated ourselves to a splurge at the Sheraton hotel, great views of the falls and great food!
The Iguacu were one of the sights we had most looked forward to seeing and we both feel it lived up to our expectations and more.
Unfortunately there
was one casualty at the Iguazu falls, Kazza's beloved flip flops died. She has had them for over ten years, they will be greatly missed and fondly remembered. RIP.
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Yiannis
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breath taking pics
Dear tony and karen you look like you are having the most wanderfull time and your writing and pictures are good for a travel book love you both yiannis