Museo del Area Fundacional (Museum of the Foundation Area), Mendoza (must see)

The Foundation Area Museum is located at the exact location of the former Cabildo de Mendoza (Town Council), which used to be the main city governmental institution before the earthquake of 1861. The museum collection consists of archeological remains of the Cabildo, Slaughterhouse and the Fruit and Vegetable Market. The exhibition features various diagrams, photographs and models that display the history and the evolution of the city. The museum also houses a wonderful sculptural collection by local artists.