Argentina's The Northwest
Salta
With its cloistered nuns and gaucho waiters, gilded churches and mountain mummies, the Salta Province is a dynamic mosaic of exactly what makes the Northwest so distinctive. Here, and within its capital by the same name, time beats a more rhythmic pace, where each hour brings something new, and every turn offers a different experience. Within Salta, find some of Argentina’s most diverse terrain as well of much of its best preserved colonial architecture.
From the fertile valleys of its charming capital to the desolate plateaus of the La Puna Desert, Salta’s most impressive highlights find themselves enveloped in a plethora of inspiring settings. Every February, the peaceful serenity of this historical gem is jilted as thousands of Saltenos emerge in a parade of floats for the annual Carnival. Water balloons are tossed from balconies and the friendly Saltenos let their hair hang down, creating a captivating setting from which no curious soul may escape.
