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Review:
Villa Gesell is a charming seaside village in Argentina's Buenos Aires Province, originally founded in 1931 by Carlos Idaho Gesell, who began operating timeshares and tourist attractions in the area following the purchase of land for foresting industry work. Since the 1960s, the formerly-closed community has been developed as a popular tourist destination, expanding to nearby settlement areas such as Las Gaviotas, Mar de las Pampas, and Mar Azul. A six-mile beachfront area in the village is staffed by more than 150 lifeguards, offering softly sloping sands and a variety of spas and visitor amenities. Nearby, Buenos Aires Province's second-tallest lighthouse can be viewed, which is surrounded by a natural reserve area.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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