Rally Dakar Argentina-Chile 2011
Everything is ready for the world’s most famous rally. This year’s Dakar was held in Argentina and Chile.
The first year they start the Rally Dakar Argentina-Chile 2011. This is the third edition to be held in South America, with the aim to discover this intense and beautiful part of America. The competition lasts 16 days and passes through the northern Chile and Argentina. It is divided into four categories of participants: cars, trucks, motorcycles and quads.
Considered one of the toughest races of the World, is an annual and has been held since 1977. Within the category of rally raid, until 1995 always began in the city of Paris and ended in Dakar (Senegal). Then the start and end points vary, but he was from Europe to Africa. However, in recent years held in Latin America, as the French government warned a serious risk of attacks in Africa.
Route 40
Route 40, is the name given to tour participants will make this year’s motor. Drivers will have to demonstrate their skill and their ability to adapt to the changing landscape and climate. After leaving Buenos Aires, the road to the north of Argentina is complicated and changes from dry to wet. This first stage passes through the provinces of Jujuy and Salta, almost nearly to Bolivia. To overcome this phase, drivers will have to undergo major changes in the Argentine countryside and the challenges a large city like Buenos Aires and Cordoba.
The move to Chile
To cross the border with its neighbor, Chile, will be done by “the Paso del Jarama. This is located in the Atacama Desert. One of the driest on the planet Earth. In which targeted workshops were held, given the difficult terrain and skill of the contestants. According to organizers, “after the 2011 edition, which will probably add to the list, the port city of Arica, where the Dakar reach the northern tip of Chile, on the border of neighboring Peru.
Back
This time, the border is crossed by “the Paso de San Francisco.” Returning to Argentina, Buenos Aires will be coming down the Cordillera de los Andes, Fiambala dunes, and canyons and rivers to reach San Juan. When again, retook the last stage in the desert. On 16 January, it unveiled the name of the winner.
Take advantage of these days, and begins the year living one of the most exciting and adventurous experiences in the world, Dakar 2011.