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| Cruz del Eje | ||
| province | Cordoba | |
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| Residents | 35.000 | |
other value for residents on Wikidata: 52172   | ||
| height | 449 m, 200 m | |
| Tourist info | (03549) 421404 http://www.cruzdeleje.gov.ar | |
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Cruz del Eje is the largest city in the northern part of the province Cordoba in Argentina. It is known for the reservoir of the same name - the largest in the province of Córdoba - and the cultivation of olives, which it owes to the hot, sunny climate.
Cruz del Eje is located in a wide valley at the northern end of the Sierras de Cordoba in a slightly hilly landscape, the real attractions are a bit out of the way. In addition to the reservoir, this includes the eco-village San Marcos Sierras and the huge salt pan the Salinas Grandes.
background
In 1735 the Spaniard Francisco de Baigorria took possession of the area and drove out the Comechingones Indians who lived there. From this point on, the place developed spontaneously into a bridgehead between Córdoba and the nearby one La Rioja.
Today the city is one of the poorest in the region, although olive cultivation continues to flourish.
getting there
By train
The narrow-gauge line Cordoba - La Rioja (Tren de las Sierras) will be reactivated until Cruz del Eje, but so far (2015) it is only until Cosquín Approved. A short-term completion is not expected. Rail enthusiasts can still take the scenic but slow train and then change to a bus from Cosquín.
In the street
From Córdoba and La Rioja, Cruz del Eje can be reached on the Ruta Nacional 38.
By bus
The bus station is located at José Hernández 72, about 500 m from the center.
Buses run from Córdoba to the city at frequent intervals. Bus companies are Sarmiento, which also offers a faster and slightly more expensive direct bus, and Ciudad de Cordoba via two variants (via Villa Carlos Paz or over Déan Funes, the latter is recommended in the holiday season, as the traffic in the tourist regions near Carlos Paz and Cosquín often jams).
mobility
There are local buses (14 times a day connection to San Marcos Sierras) and taxis.
Tourist Attractions
- Nuestra Señora del Carmen Church, neo-baroque with colonial borrowings, built between 1889 and 1902.
- Plaza 25 de Mayo, Citycenter. Around the square are several historical buildings from the late 19th century, such as the town hall and residences of wealthy families from the region.
activities
In the reservoir you can do all kinds of water sports and swim.
shop
Cruz del Eje has several supermarkets.
kitchen
nightlife
That takes place in February Olive Festival with several events and concerts.
accommodation
- Hotel España, Av. Eva Perón and Alsina. Tel.: (0)3549 422702.
- Hotel Centro, Ruta Nacional 38 between Alem and Av. Eva Perón. Tel.: (0)3549 423161.
- Hotel Alsina, Alsina 142. Tel.: (0)3549 429963.
health
The largest hospital in the region is located in Cruz del Eje (Hospital Regional Aurelio, Felix Cáceres s / n, Tel: 03549 - 426747/426743). There are no particular dangers.
Practical advice
Banks:
- Banco de la Nación Argentina, Alvear 508. Tel.: (0)3549 422550, (0)3549 422011.
- Banco de la Provincia de Córdoba, Alvear esq. España. Tel.: (0)3549 422069.
Zip code is X5280, Telephone code 03549. The post office is on the corner of Alvear and Hipolito Yrigoyen.
trips
- Estancia La Candelaria, UNESCO World Heritage Site. The estancia, built by Jesuits in the 17th century, is in the baroque colonial style. 73 km south, far from all larger towns. Directions: RN 38 bis Villa de Soto, then RP 5 direction Villa Dolores. In the town La Higuera the signposted but not paved path branches off to La Candelaria.
- San Marcos Sierras Quiet eco-village 20 km south with a baroque church, organic farms, naturopathic institutions and a slightly different flair. You can also swim in two rivers. Well attended in summer, but never overcrowded.
- El Quicho thermal springs, near the place Serrezuela. Access via the RN 38 towards La Rioja.
- Salinas Grandes Huge salt pan in the far northwest of the province of Cordoba. It is difficult to get to, the closest is from Serrezuela.
