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May 19, 2024

　　Salta’s pink cathedral was consecrated in 1878 and harbors the ashes of (among other notables) General Martín Miguel de Güemes, a salteño (resident of Salta) and independence hero. It's been a national monument since 1942, and looks spectacular when it's illuminated after dark.

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Convento de San Bernardo

　　Only Carmelite nuns may enter this 16th-century convent, the oldest building in Salta (though it was rebuilt into its current form in the 1840s after falling into ruin). Visitors can approach the handsome adobe building to admire its carved, 18th-century algarrobo-wood door and buy nun-made pastries. The church can be...

Catedral Basilica de Salta

　　Salta’s pink cathedral was consecrated in 1878 and harbors the ashes of (among other notables) General Martín Miguel de Güemes, a salteño (resident of Salta) and independence hero. It's been a national monument since 1942, and looks spectacular when it's illuminated after dark. ...

Museo de Arqueología de Alta Montaña

　　One of northern Argentina's premier museums, MAAM has a serious and informative exhibition focusing on Inca culture and, in particular, the child sacrifices left on some of the Andes’ most imposing peaks. The centerpiece is the mummified body of one of three children (rotated every six months) discovered at the...

Pajcha – Museo de Arte Étnico Americano

　　This eye-opening private museum is worth seeing if you’re interested in indigenous art and culture. Juxtaposing archaeological finds with contemporary and recent artisanal work from all over Latin America, it encourages a broad view of Andean culture and is an exquisite dose of color and beauty run with great enthusiasm....

Iglesia San Francisco

　　This magenta-and-yellow church is Salta’s most striking. The exuberant facade is topped by a slender tower; inside are several venerated images, including the Niño Jesús de Aracoeli, a rather spooky crowned figure. There’s a lovely garden cloister, accessed via tours (English available; from 10am to 1pm and 2pm to 6:30pm...

Centro Cultural América

　　A former church built in French academia style between 1721 and 1732, in 1913 it became Salta’s most important social club until the government took it over in 1987. In 1994 it was declared a national landmark. It's now an administrative building focused on arts and culture and visitors are...

Cerro San Bernardo

　　For outstanding views of Salta, take the teleférico from Parque San Martín to the top of this hill, a 1km ride that takes eight minutes. Alternatively, take the trail starting at the Güemes Monument. Atop is a rather unique wine bar, a watercourse and artesanía (handicraft) shops. ...

Iglesia Nuestra Señora de la Candeleria de la Viña

　　Closed for renovations at research time, this gorgeous, pastel-blue and peach domed sanctuary was built in 1854 and became a shelter during Salta's civil war. In 1982 it was declared a national monument. Even if you cannot enter, it's worth strolling to the gates and taking it in. ...

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