| Salta province | |
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| State | Argentina |
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| Capital | Jump |
| Surface | 155,488 km² |
| Inhabitants | 1.333.365 (2015 estimate), 1.214.441 (2010 census) |
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La Rioja province it is a province argentina in Northwest Andes.
To know
It offers many incredible landscapes full of mountains, rivers, valleys, dams, a blue sky and pure air.
Geographical notes
The western part of the province is in the region of Northwest Andes, the eastern one is in the region of Chaco.
It is close to the provinces of Jujuy and to the Quebrada de Humahuaca valley.
Culture and traditions
Many tourists visit it because Salta combines landscapes with traditions; those linked to the origins of Argentine culture. People are very kind and hospitable.
Territories and tourist destinations
Urban centers
- Jump - Capital of the province founded on April 16, 1582 by the Spanish conquistador Hernando de Lerma, as an outpost between File (Peru) is Buenos Aires.
- Cafayate - The city is an important tourist center for the exploration of the Calchaquíes valleys, and for the quality and particularity of the wines produced in the area.
- San Antonio de los Cobres - One of its particular tourist attractions is the Tren de las Nubes ("Train of the Clouds").
- Villa San Lorenzo - The municipality hosts a municipal nature reserve Finca las Costas, covering approximately 10,000 hectares.
Other destinations
- El Rey National Park - It has thick woods and montane forests.
- Salinas Grandes - A large salt desert at the foot of the Sierra de Cordoba mountain range.
- Valles Calchaquíes - A system of valleys and mountains in the north-west ofArgentina.
How to get
How to get around
What see
What to do
- Cloud Train (Tren de las Nubes) (departs from the city of Jump arrives at the La Polvorilla viaduct).
120/140 USD. Scenic train that takes all day for a round trip and reaches an altitude of 4,200 meters. This makes it the third highest railway in the world. Meals are served on the train and there are several stops.
120/140 USD. Scenic train that takes all day for a round trip and reaches an altitude of 4,200 meters. This makes it the third highest railway in the world. Meals are served on the train and there are several stops.At the table
Tourists can enjoy typical dishes based on natural vegetables with goat or deer meat.
Drinks
The wines produced in the province of Salta are a treasure, which can be tasted in all bars and restaurants. Many of the wineries scattered throughout the city can be visited. Some of the most important wineries are:
- Etchart: Ruta Nacional 40 km 1047, Cafayate.
- Bodegas y vineyards Nanni SA: Silverio Chavarría151, Cafayate.
- Viñas Resort: Ruta Provincial 21 Camino al Divisadero, Cafayate.
There, you can try different varieties of red and white wines, but among them the Torrontés, a white typical of the region, stands out. Not to be missed!
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