Mendoza is a city in the west of Argentina, and the capital of Mendoza Province. As per the 2001 census [INDEC] it has about 111,000 inhabitants, plus 848,660 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. One of the main industries of the Mendoza area is wine making. Another large industry is olive oil production.