With a 100-kilometer route of endless curves and counter-curves along Route 9, you will be able to discover all the magic of Salta’s nature.
Majestic landscapesdyed in an intense green, towns with a rich colonial past and peaceful places where you can enjoy outdoor activities are some of the proposals of the cornice road that connects, by national route 9, the capital cities of Salta and Jujuy.
They are around 90 km framed by culture, tradition and recreation, and six municipalities of Salta and Jujuy that work together to enhance the beauty of the area.
What activities can I do in Camino de Cornisa, Salta?
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On a tour of more than two hourswhich connects the provinces of Salta and Jujuy, you will discover the famous mountain forest or cloud forest. The tourist circuit It includes Salta Capital, Vaqueros and La Caldera in Salta; and El Carmen, San Antonio and San Salvador, in Jujuy.
During the tour you can see among other vegetation the molles, cedars, laurels and tipas, vegetation of more than thirty meters, being unique species. Due to the rain and humidity of the place, the intense jungle green remains all year round. Ferns, tree trunks covered in moss, lianas hanging everywhere and climbing plants struggling to find the sun are some of the incredible things you will discover on this trip.
The fauna of the area is also very rich. and you will be able to appreciate the incredible amount of birds. And if you are lucky you might even see a roe deer crossing the road.
Before arriving at the village the image of the Penitent Christ is erected that surprises locals and strangers alike. With a height of 26 meters, it is one of the most important architectural works in Salta. Continuing on the path, you will be able to see the Campo Alegre Dam where you can practice a large number of water sports.
The road has many places where you can stop to see the landscape, take incredible photos and feel nature on your skin. When you cross the border between Salta and Jujuy, the curves calm down a bit and the The Swamp Dam which is the unmissable stop to try the fantastic silversides and rest for a moment. Crossing El Carmen, The Perico River It tells you that the trip is over and that you are one step away from San Salvador de Jujuy.
How to get to Camino de Cornisa, Salta
The road is all paved and in very good condition, but very narrow and in some places there is no shoulder. This is why we recommend that you drive very carefully and if possible during the day. It is 100 km from Salta to Jujuy on Route 9.
Source: Ambito
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