Mendoza is a city in the west of Argentina, and the capital of the Mendoza Province. As per the 2001 census [INDEC] it has about 111,000 inhabitants, plus 800,000 in its metropolitan area, making it the fourth-largest conurbation in Argentina. Mendoza is on a major road between Argentina and Chile. It is a frequent stopover for climbers heading up Aconcagua (the highest mountain in the Western Hemisphere) or for other mountaineering, hiking, horseback riding, rafting, and outdoor activities. In the winter, skiers come to the city for its easy access to the Andes. Edit this section or read more