Discover Puerto Iguazú.
Puerto Iguazú is a city located in the northeast of Argentina, in the province of Misiones. Its history dates back to the colonization by the Spanish in the 16th century. Originally inhabited by different indigenous Guarani peoples, the region was the scene of conflicts between natives and colonizers.In the 19th century, with the creation of the "Military Command of the Iguazú River Falls," a more permanent presence was established in the area. During the 20th century, Puerto Iguazú experienced gradual growth, especially following the construction of the Itaipú Dam in the neighboring city of Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil.The proximity to the famous Iguazú Falls, one of the natural wonders of the world, propelled the tourist development of the locality. Nowadays, Puerto Iguazú is a prominent tourist destination in Argentina, welcoming visitors from all over the world who come to marvel at the beauty of the waterfalls and to enjoy the subtropical forest surrounding the region.
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