Tourism in the Argentine Northwest It surprises with corners where history and culture combine with unique landscapes. Susquesa small town of the Puna Jujeñacaptivates with its ancestral charm and an imposing natural environment that attracts visitors who seek to know an authentic and full of tradition.
Framed by mountains and salares, this destination is recognized by its church of the 16th century and for being a Key stop for those who travel national route 52 Towards Chile. In recent years, in addition, its beauty caught the attention of the audiovisual industry, becoming the stage of a netflix series that led his landscape to an international audience.
Where are Susques
Susques is located in the province of Jujuy, about 3675 meters above sea level. It is the first Argentine town on National Route 52 on the road that joins the country with Chile through the Jama step.
Surrounded by the immensity of the Puna, It is 150 kilometers from Purmamarca and about 220 kilometers from San Salvador de Jujuy. Its location makes it a strategic point for those who explore the salt and height routes of the region.
What can be done in Susques
The town invites tourism to tour the Our Lady of Bethlehem Churchconsidered the oldest in the province and declared National Historical Monument. Its adobe walls and its carved wood altar reflect the colonial inheritance and the fusion of Andean and Christian traditions that characterize the Puna.
Walking through its streets is another unmissable experience: Adobe’s architecture, artisan workshops and small low roof houses account for a life marked by tradition. In the center you can get flame wool and crafts in stone or ceramics, prepared by local families that maintain ancestral techniques.
Gastronomy also deserves a stop. In family dining rooms, typical dishes are served as The grill flame, quinoa empanadas and tamalesideals to replenish energies after a day high. Besides, The recent filming of the Netflix series “the curses”, Starring Leonardo Sbaraglia, Gustavo Bassani and Monna Antonópulos, made Susques an attractive destination for those who seek to know the scenarios where their scenes were filmed.
How to go to Susques
From San Salvador de Jujuy it is accessed by vehicle by the National Route 9 to Purmamarca and, from there, on National Route 52 which crosses the slope of Lipán and Las Salinas Grandes. The Hard Auto Tour about four hours and offers imposing views of mountains, salars and height plains for tourism. Another alternative is to arrive from Chile through the passage of Jama, which makes Susques an ideal scale for those who travel between both countries.
There is no direct public transport from the capital of Jujeña, so it is recommended to hire organized excursions or have its own vehicle. The routes are in good condition, but it is important to consider the height and climate variations typical of the Puna.
Source: Ambito
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