A classical spot for winter sports. It is located 174 kilometers from the city of Mendoza, few kilometers away from Chile and only 40 kilometers from Aconcagua Mountain. This ski resort offers various activities and the privilege of skiing in the months of July and August with a high-quality snow, in all its runs, that are surrounded by an amazing landscape. You can here practice Alpine, Nordic, Free-ride and Extreme skiing; and free-style, free-ride and extreme snowboarding. Snow quality: powder, dry and compact snow during most of the season. It is considered the best snow quality. The area is named after Penitentes hill, which is located in the crossing of the shed. Its shape resembles a monk’s procession to a temple. It is a granite formation that has a pointed end. Its height is 4350 meters above sea level.