There are corners of Argentina that have not yet received the recognition they deserve because they have not yet attracted enough tourism. Therefore, this also gives them a unique charm due to the calm they carry with them as they do not have so many visitors even in high seasons.
In Catamarcafar from the capital of the province, is located a town surrounded by valleys that leaves anyone who visits it enchanted. Ideal to escape the noise of the city and disconnect from routine, it invites everyone to experience nature like few places can offer.
Where is Hualfin located?
Hualfín is located in the Bethlehem departmentnorthwest of the province of Catamarca, about 300 kilometers from the provincial capital. It is surrounded by the Calchaquí Valleys, an area that combines desert, hills and native vegetation. Its location makes it a strategic point to explore nearby tourist circuits such as the Adobe Route or the Fiambalá hot springs, in addition to being an excellent starting point to discover the natural beauty of the region.
The town preserves its colonial structure, with quiet streets, low houses and an environment dominated by the green of nature and the brown of the hills. Its climate is temperate and dry most of the year, which allows you to visit it in any season.
What you can do in Hualfin
Tourism in Hualfín focuses on tranquility, nature and traditions of northern Argentina. One of its main attractions are the emerald green lagoonslocated a few kilometers from the town, a unique landscape that seems straight out of a postcard. There you can enjoy walks, observe the local fauna or simply relax in front of the water in an environment without pollution or urban noise.
In addition, the visitor can tour the surroundings and learn about the Church of Saint John the Baptistone of the oldest in Catamarca, built in the 18th century and declared a National Historical Monument. It is also advisable to visit the local artisan workshopswhere fabrics and ceramics are made with traditional techniques inherited from the native peoples.
For lovers of hiking and photographyHualfín offers landscapes that combine mountains, valleys and rock formations of great beauty. Nearby you can also visit ancient archaeological sites and family wineries that are part of the wine circuit of the area. All this makes the town an ideal destination for tourism seeking authentic experiences and direct contact with Catamarca culture.
How to go to Hualfín
To get to Hualfín from San Fernando del Valle de Catamarca you can take National Route 38 to Chumbicha and then continue along National Route 60 to the west, which connects with Provincial Route 43the road that leads directly to the town. In total, the tour lasts between five and six hours by private car.
There are also bus services that leave from the provincial capital to Belén, and from there you can continue by local transportation or organized excursions. The routes are in good condition and offer panoramic views of the foothills and the Catamarca valleys throughout the journey.
Source: Ambito
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