Bahia Blanca

Fishing Vacations - Recreation and Leisure

Bahia Blanca is an important port city located to the south east of Buenos Aires at 687 Km distance. Although the city itself is located at 10 Km distance from the sea it is interlinked with other coastal cities and villages, among them Port Ingeniero White.

Bahia Blanca was built as a fortress for the protection of the herds and attacks from the coast. Eventually it gained commercial importance due to the construction of the railway in 1885, which connected the center of the city with other parts of the country, attracting many European immigrants whose descendants live there until today.

The city was visited by Charles Darwin during his research voyages in South America in 1833.

The city appears as plain descending towards the coast with some terraces of up to 70 meters height at the west from which there is a beautiful sight of the city. The coast has the form of a bay with white colored coasts due to the high salinity of the earth, from here the name Bahia Blana or White Bay.

In May 2007 was the last time that snowed but this is not a frequent event in the area, although the winter temperatures are usually below 0.

The climate may be described as "oceanic" with mild temperatures; sub-humid turning drier towards the west. The rainiest months are March, October, February and November with a total of 600 mm yearly. The winds are moderate being January and February the windiest months. Travelling from Buenos Aires to Bahia Blanca on National Route No.3 it is possible to appreciate the quiet beauty of the humid "pampa" with its infinite horizons. While approaching the city, the landscape changes into gentle slopes announcing the beginning of northern Patagonia.

Fishing

In the coasts of Bahia Blanca the usual way is embarked fishing among the islands. The zone is a real "dinning room" for the marine fauna, rich in mollusks, crustaceans and small fish which are the main food for the bigger predators, permanent visitors of the bay. The fishing area is divided in three: Bahia Blanca, Bahia Falsa and Bahia Verde, each one with the special species and the practice of fishing techniques.

Places to Visit

ZOOLOGICAL PARK BAHIA BLANCA: It is located inside Parque Independencia located in Avenida Pringles between streets Balboa and D'Orbigny. (tel:291-4565570. The park possesses areas for bike rides, skating, green lawns for children, an educative center and a special place for picnics. It is a natural place, where people will appreciate the animal’s habits, green spaces for activities in the open air.

MUNICIPAL THEATER: It is one of the most outstanding institutions in the city. The building dates from 1911.

MUNICIPAL MUSEUM: This is one of the most visited places. There are remains, historical documents of the region which belonged to native ancestors.

NATURAL SCIENCES MUSEUM: Holds exhibitions of cultural and archaeological richness, with remains collections, fossils, minerals, herbariums and crafts of native cultures.

ALEM AVENUE: This is one of the most picturesque parts of the city, reflecting the architectonic development experienced by the city. In the past it was know as "The Streets of Gardens" since the first settlers were dedicated to horticulture. In time the owners sold part of the land on which bigger mansions were built and the streets changed its name to "Avenida de las Mansiones". Later on when the streets became electrically illuminated the name changed to "Avenida Blanca"

NATIONAL FESTIVAL OF SHRIMPS: This is a national festival taking place in Ingeniero White port. During the festivity I is possible to taste the best dishes made of sea food and attend a number of artistic spectacles. Among the activities of the festival are an artisans fair, children attractions, excursions in the bay, and cultural activities. The culmination of the festivity is the election of the National Queen of Shrimps.

CAMPING SITES

Camping Americano: Moreno 111 – Tel: 29-456-0210 / 456-0403

Camping Sur: Chiclana 710 – Tel: 291-453-9210

Pezca Caza y Camping La Bahia Garibaldi 455 – Tel: 291-482-0993

Portezuelo Camping Camperas Pesca Belgrano 150 – Tel: 291-455-0966

Vargas Camping : Alvarado 760 – Tel: 291-452-3964

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