The Sierras Chicas comprise villages such as Villa Allende, Mendiolaza, Unquillo, Río Ceballos, Salsipuedes, El Manzano, Agua de Oro, La Granja, Ascochinga and Candonga, among others. Very few kilometres away from the capital city, these destinations combine their own natural and historic attractions, offering a wide range of recreational and sports activities, golf being an important one. In Villa Allende, important international tournaments take place. The Asconchinga courses, which used to be owned by the military, are now considered to be some of the best in the country. A few kilometres from there we can find three waterfalls (Tres Cascadas), access to which means walking for a few metres in an area of abundant vegetation. The natural reservation in La Quebrada dam offers water sports; Mendiolaza, horse-riding activities as well as gold dove hunting. Agua de Oro displays a charming landscape together with wonderful archaeological exhibitions, historic monuments, caves, handicrafts and even an iguana breeding area. The restaurant at Estancia de Agua de Oro is a wonderful choice for those who enjoy a good hand-made meal (we recommend to try the quince jam made by the restaurant owner). This place is home to a German community, whose traditions can be seen in the teahouses, offering strudel and other typical meals as well as typical beverages. Río Ceballos was a holiday place for many well-off families. It is due to this fact that today it abounds in magnificent mansions, which remain almost intact and are worth admiring. It also has a casino, a bingo and many discos, which make Río Ceballos popular for its nightlife. Candonga is another place worth visiting. Its chapel, built in 1730 with the Jesuitical imprint and the participation of aboriginal artists, used to be part of the old Estancia San Gertrudis. This place bears testimony of colonial and aboriginal history. The old ranch has been renovated and is now used as a teahouse. It offers a very good service, with tables under the shade of pergolas, ideal for having a good rest while breathing fresh air. A few kilometres north of Ascochinga, the Santa Catalina ranch can be found. This ranch has a Jesuitical church, where Mass is held every Sunday. The visitor will feel transported to colonial times and will be able to purchase souvenirs and try the delicious pasta made by the family who inherited the ranch.