Andean Northwest Region of Argentina
Tourism, attractions, sightseeing, geography, photos, maps, art and entertainment, sports and recreation and practical information about the provinces of Jujuy, Salta, Tucuman, La Rioja, Catamarca and Santiago del Estero.
Moon Valley: Ischigualasto Natural Park
Long before the Andes mountains were formed along the spine of South America, what is now called the Valley of the Moon in Argentina's northwest San Juan province was a vast depression of ancient sediments of the Triassic geological period. The fantastic rock formations caused by time and erosion marking the landscape and prompting geologists, paleontologists and visitors to marvel at the history and landscape of what is now, together with Talampaya National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Long before the Andes mountains were formed along the spine of South America, what is now called the Valley of the Moon in Argentina's northwest San Juan province was a vast depression of ancient sediments of the Triassic geological period. The fantastic rock formations caused by time and erosion marking the landscape and prompting geologists, paleontologists and visitors to marvel at the history and landscape of what is now, together with Talampaya National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Photo of the Week - Los Cajones
Parque Nacional Talampaya in Argentina's La Rioja province was created to preserve important paleontological and archaeological sites. The brilliant wind eroded rock formations and canyons like Los Cajones attract scientists and visitors alike.
Parque Nacional Talampaya in Argentina's La Rioja province was created to preserve important paleontological and archaeological sites. The brilliant wind eroded rock formations and canyons like Los Cajones attract scientists and visitors alike.
Photo of the Week - Los Menhires in Calchaquíes Valley
The Long Stones, Menhires are prehistoric carvings once hidden throughout the Calchaquíes Valley near Tucuman, now displayed in Los Menhires National Park. Some theories state that these were used as sign posts by alien visitors, but most agree that they are expression of early worship to indigenous gods.
The Long Stones, Menhires are prehistoric carvings once hidden throughout the Calchaquíes Valley near Tucuman, now displayed in Los Menhires National Park. Some theories state that these were used as sign posts by alien visitors, but most agree that they are expression of early worship to indigenous gods.
Argentina - Noroeste - Turismo
Introduction to the Northwest, with maps, tourist destinations, major attractions, photos, sports, recreation, events and activities.
Introduction to the Northwest, with maps, tourist destinations, major attractions, photos, sports, recreation, events and activities.
Hidden Argentina
11 days / 10 nights to San Juan, La Rioja, Catamarca, Tafi del Valle, Cafayate, and Salta.
11 days / 10 nights to San Juan, La Rioja, Catamarca, Tafi del Valle, Cafayate, and Salta.
Ischigualasto Provincial Park: Valle de la Luna
"Situated 80 kilometers away from San Agustín del Valle Fértil through Nº 151 Provincial Route and 300 kilometers away from San Juan Capital City, Valle de La Luna Provincial Park is a clay formation with a great variety of colors and shapes, slopes with many layers of minerals and sediments that let you clearly see the evolution of Earth."
"Situated 80 kilometers away from San Agustín del Valle Fértil through Nº 151 Provincial Route and 300 kilometers away from San Juan Capital City, Valle de La Luna Provincial Park is a clay formation with a great variety of colors and shapes, slopes with many layers of minerals and sediments that let you clearly see the evolution of Earth."
La Rioja - Capital de la Provincia de La Rioja
Description, in Spanish, plus attractions, things to do and see, getting there, temperature, map and suggested tours.
Description, in Spanish, plus attractions, things to do and see, getting there, temperature, map and suggested tours.
La Rioja, Argentina: La Rioja City
La Rioja city combines antiquity and modernity - narrow streets, low houses, museums, historical monuments, churches and convents contrast with a dinamic commercial centre providing the tourist with an excellent cultural alternative.
La Rioja city combines antiquity and modernity - narrow streets, low houses, museums, historical monuments, churches and convents contrast with a dinamic commercial centre providing the tourist with an excellent cultural alternative.
Monte Desert
Description of the region, biogeography, climate, wildlife and vegetation, with photos. In English and Spanish.
Description of the region, biogeography, climate, wildlife and vegetation, with photos. In English and Spanish.
Pargue Nacional Talampaya, Argentina
"On the waterless western slopes of the Sierra de Sañogasta, the colorful canyon country of Parque Nacional Talampaya is a jumble of wildly eroded landscapes that draws more overseas visitors than any other part of La Rioja."
"On the waterless western slopes of the Sierra de Sañogasta, the colorful canyon country of Parque Nacional Talampaya is a jumble of wildly eroded landscapes that draws more overseas visitors than any other part of La Rioja."
Parque Nacional Talampaya
Tour the strange, rugged rock formations, see the rupestrian art and the landscape of this UNESCO Patrimonio de la Humanidad site.
Tour the strange, rugged rock formations, see the rupestrian art and the landscape of this UNESCO Patrimonio de la Humanidad site.
Rocky & Sarah's Travel Diary: Argentina
Facts about ARgentina in general, transportation, and details and photos of a trip through the Northwest.
Facts about ARgentina in general, transportation, and details and photos of a trip through the Northwest.
Santiago del Estero Photo Gallery
Click on the thumbnails for larger images of the city's attractions and historical buildings.
Click on the thumbnails for larger images of the city's attractions and historical buildings.
Santiago del Estero Province
"The city Santiago del Estero that gives the county its name, is the oldest city in the country, founded in 1.553. Its current Catedral Basílica Menor was the first to be built in Argentina." Attractionss, hotels and tourist services.
"The city Santiago del Estero that gives the county its name, is the oldest city in the country, founded in 1.553. Its current Catedral Basílica Menor was the first to be built in Argentina." Attractionss, hotels and tourist services.
Santiago del Estero
Background, history, photos, culture and links to related material.
Background, history, photos, culture and links to related material.
Santiago del Estero
"Santiago del Estero City is situated on the banks of Río Dulce ( Sweet River ) and is proud of being the oldest city in the country and the Capital City of the Province. The ideal season to visit the city is Winter since it is sunny and warm. The Summer is hot being 45º C the maximum registered temperature."
"Santiago del Estero City is situated on the banks of Río Dulce ( Sweet River ) and is proud of being the oldest city in the country and the Capital City of the Province. The ideal season to visit the city is Winter since it is sunny and warm. The Summer is hot being 45º C the maximum registered temperature."
The Andean Northwest, Argentina
"In colonial times, the densely populated northwest was the River Plate's link to the Viceroyalty of Peru and to Spain, and its palpable indigenous and colonial landmarks set among incomparable mountain and desert scenery the region's strongest assets."
"In colonial times, the densely populated northwest was the River Plate's link to the Viceroyalty of Peru and to Spain, and its palpable indigenous and colonial landmarks set among incomparable mountain and desert scenery the region's strongest assets."
The MaB Reserve of Ñacuñan, Argentina: Understanding the Monte Desert
"Temperate arid and semiarid regions of Argentina are undergoing rapid habitat conversion as a consequence of several human activities (i.e. grazing, logging, agriculture, etc)... The Man and Biosphere Reserve of Ñacuñan (12,800 ha) is located in the central region of the lowland Monte Desert."
"Temperate arid and semiarid regions of Argentina are undergoing rapid habitat conversion as a consequence of several human activities (i.e. grazing, logging, agriculture, etc)... The Man and Biosphere Reserve of Ñacuñan (12,800 ha) is located in the central region of the lowland Monte Desert."
The sculptures of Ischigualasto . Valley of the Moon .
"According to the geologists, about 200 million years ago this site was a vergel of gigantic ferns and dinosaurs. Today is one of the most important paleontological locations of the planet and one of the biggest natural formations."
"According to the geologists, about 200 million years ago this site was a vergel of gigantic ferns and dinosaurs. Today is one of the most important paleontological locations of the planet and one of the biggest natural formations."