I discovered this magical place that is 2,390 meters high, in the mountains of Ambato, and that is the dream of all those looking to disconnect.
Los Ángeles is a picturesque town in Catamarca, located at 2390 meters high, with a population of 340 inhabitants. This charming place, which is now a treasure for tourism, is nestled on the slopes of the mountains of Ambato and extends along a winding path that crosses the hills.
Over there Its inhabitants live off food sovereigntythe creation of regional products and an inn that welcomes those tourists who are not afraid of arriving in a place completely isolated from the world.
Founded by the Spanish around the year 1644, The Angels In recent years it has become an ideal refuge for those looking to get away from the urban bustle.
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Geography of Catamarca
What to do in Los Angeles, Catamarca
A single dirt road acts as the backbone of Los Angeles, a place with an extension of 18 kilometers which is divided into two parts: Villa Sur and Villa Norte. Villa Sur is the area where the few services available for tourism, such as the inn, and most of the activity are concentrated. On the other hand, Villa Norte, located at the end of the dead-end road, is home to the more traditional inhabitants. At both ends of the town there are two chapels and two schools. The first school has 32 students and offers secondary educationwhile the second has only seven students and is dedicated to primary education.
A stream, coming from Los Angeles River, flows down the side of the hill, serving as a vital source and recreation area. This place is the Spa preferred by residents and the meeting point for visitors during the summer. Furthermore, numerous trails that allow you to explore the heart of the Sierra de Ambato.
The local gastronomy It is distinguished by its traditional recipes that have remained intact over time: locro, buseca, and the emblematic empanadas. The latter are prepared with beef, chicken and chinchilla meat, and are filled with egg, onion, potato and high-quality spices such as cumin and paprika. The traditional recipe includes frying them in fat.
How to get to Los Angeles, Catamarca
Surrounded by dense vegetation, the only way to reach this mountainous town of Catamarca is through the famous Los Angeles Slope. Currently paved up to the entrance of the hamlet, this zigzagging slope is flanked by rocks and precipices. The town is accessed from Route 38, starting from Miraflores. As you ascend, the clouds are left behind in the valley, and a portal welcomes those looking to sightsee there, at the end of the 18-kilometer climb.
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