Andean Northwest Region of Argentina

The small village of Purmamarca, on the river of the same name, is a tourist attraction due to the multi-colored hills surrounding it.

Enjoy the highlights of Jujuy in Argentina's northwestern Andean region, then tour the vividly colored Hill of Seven Colors at Purnamarca, the archaeological sites of Pukara de Tilcara and Santa Rosa de Tastil, and the scenic Quebrada de Humahuaca.

Photos of the plaza and the Cabildo, or Town Council.

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.

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The center of Argentina's wine industry, Mendoza is an all-seasons destination for climbers, hikers, skiers, rafters, bikers, paragliders, naturalists, trekkers, and oenophiles.

Mendoza, the capital of Mendoza province lies at the base of the Andes, closer to Santiago, Chile than Buenos Aires. It's a clean, well laid-out city, with parks and tree-lined streets and parks, the center of commerce and tourism for the area. It's also prime wine country, and an all-seasons destination for climbers, hikers, skiers, rafters, bikers, paragliders, naturalists, trekkers, and oenophiles. Enjoy these photos of some of the local attractions!

Mendoza, the capital of Mendoza province lies at the base of the Andes, closer to Santiago, Chile than Buenos Aires. It's a clean, well laid-out city, with parks and tree-lined streets and parks, the center of commerce and tourism for the area. It's also prime wine country, and an all-seasons destination for climbers, hikers, skiers, rafters, bikers, paragliders, naturalists, trekkers, and oenophiles.

Mendoza, the capital of Mendoza province, at the base is a clean city, with parks and tree-lined streets and parks, the center of commerce and tourism for the area. It's also prime wine country, and an all-seasons destination for climbers, hikers, skiers, rafters, bikers, paragliders, naturalists, trekkers, and oenophiles. Enjoy these photos of some of the local attractions!

Mendoza is the capital of Mendoza province, part of the Cuyo region of western Argentina. Known for the wineries, the Andes, including Cerro Aconcagua, this area is a favorite with business and leisure travelers who come for the wine and the recreational activities. Many of the hotels listed here organize wine tours and sport adventures.

Salta, the capital of the province of Salta, is a colonial city, built in an area already in use long before the Spaniards arrived. This northwestern region of Argentina witnessed the beginnings of permanent agricultural civilization by several tribes, including the Diaguita who successfully kept the Inca empire from spreading over the Andes into the pampas of Argentina. Several archaeological sites are on the tourist trail.

Once an Incan village perched high on the slopes of a steep mountain, Iruya, in Salta province of northwestern Argentina, clings to its past traditions even as it slowly creeps into the present. For those wanting a step back in time, wildly colorful scenery and a relaxing change from city life, Iruya is the place to go.

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Tucuman is a large, commercial city enjoying historical importance as the site for the signing of the Declaration of Independence from Spain. Prehistoric ruins, colonial sites and scenic attractions provide many sightseeing opportunities for the visitor.

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