Ruins of San Ignacio and the Wanda Mines

The Wanda Mines are a deposit of semiprecious stones, which is found 40km from Puerto Iguazú. During this guided excursion, you can visit the quarry, and see quartz crystal, amethysts, topaz, and agate in their “natural” state. There is a store to buy sculpted stones and jewelry. Later the excursion continues by route 12, passing by small towns and plantations, until arriving at the Ruins of San Ignacio. This construction dates to the 17 th. century, when the Jesuit missionaries settled the region. The guide explains the construction system, the life and customs of the Guaraní Indians, and how they were Christianized. This is a trip that lasts all day, with departures twice a week.