It is nicknamed “The Oasis of the Puna”. Located almost on the border with Bolivia, it captivates with its mud houses and its beautiful landscapes.
He northern argentina It has a particular charm, with landscapes, contrasts and above all, a variety of colors that are difficult to find in other regions of the country. Jujuy It is characterized by its mountains, its characteristic vegetation and beautiful and picturesque villages that adorn your landscape.
A little less than 17 kilometers from La Quiacaalmost on the border with Bolivia, the town of I saw it alreadya small reddish village that captivates with its well-preserved colonial architecture.
Yavi falls in love with its mud and brick houses, its steep streets and its surrounding mountains. Despite its beauty, it is not one of the best-known destinations in Jujuy and it is worth visiting.
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What to do in Yavi, Jujuy
- Visit the town churches: As in almost all northern towns, one of the main plans is to visit the churches, which are usually well-preserved historical and architectural sites. The Church of Our Lady of the Miracle It impresses with its peculiar design from the outside, although its greatest value lies in its interior, where there is a structure of adobe walls supporting assembled rustic logs, supporting a reed roof that supports the tiles. Another temple worth visiting is the Church of Our Lady of the Rosary and San Francisco, whose construction began in 1682 and was declared a National Historic Site in 1941.
- Tour the town: Walking through the center of Yavi is an activity in itself. They recommend visiting Plaza Lavalle.
- Visit the rivers: Yavi is known as the ““Oasis of the Puna”, since it is located in a valley formed by the convergence of two rivers of constant flow, fed by springs in the ravines of the Sierra Oriental de Santa Victoria. This mountainous area marks the border between the provinces of Salta and Jujuy.
- Enjoy the view at a viewpoint: To the north of the town, on Av. de las Carretas there is a viewpoint with a panoramic view of the town, where you can enjoy a panoramic view of the houses, churches and the colorful mountains.
How to get to Yavi, Jujuy
Yavi is located 16.7 kilometers from La Quiaca, in the border with Bolivia. From this town it is accessed via Route 5, a journey that lasts just 20 minutes by car.
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