Do not miss knowing this hidden jewel in the north of the country.
Luckily for many, the long weekend we just left behind in Easter week It will not be the last of the year. With several national holidays ahead, there is still time to plan a getaway, either alone or with a family, to relax and disconnect from the routine.
If you are thinking of doing Tourism in Argentina And you still did not decide for a destination, there is an almost magical point in northern Salta ideal for lovers of adventure and mountain, but without too much noise and bustling of the city. Iruya It is a great option to visit throughout the year.
Iruya Mirador the Condor.jpeg
Where is Iruya
Iruya is a town in the province of Salta, head of the Iruya department. It is located to 2780 meters above sea levelabout the oriental skirts of the Sierra de Santa Victoria, to 307 km from the capital of Salta. It is within the perimeter of the Yungas Biosphere Reserve and surrounded by the Milmahuasi and Colanzulí rivers.
Its colonial building stands out with narrow streets and their landscapes of imposing panoramic views. In their vicinity, 5 km northeast, are the Ruins del Pucara de Titiconte.
What to do in Iruya, Salta
While in Iruya, there are several local points that must be known if or if to enter the culture and immerse themselves in the town. If you suspend the imposing landscapes, in the Mirador del Cóndor and the viewpoint of Iruya You can see the entire city and hills. In addition, there is the Popular Museum from Iruya, which has an exhibition of objects found in the area, including arrows, and church local, founded around 1753.
On the other hand, this tourist point celebrates several regional parties during the year:
- Patronal party in honor of the Virgen del Rosario: First Sunday of October
- Patronal party in honor of San Roque: Every August 16
- Celebration of La Pachamama and San Ramón: First days of August
- San Isidro Patronal Party: All May 15
How to go to Iruya
To go from the city of Buenos Aires to Iruya you must:
- Get out of Buenos Aires by the Pan -American Highway (National Route 9) In the direction of Rosario.
- Continue on National Route 9 to Córdoba and then towards Tucumán
- From Tucumán, continue for the National Route 9 Towards Jujuy.
- Once in Jujuy, go to Humahuaca, which is the starting point towards Iruya.
- From Humahuaca, take the detour to the Provincial Route 13which then becomes the provincial route 133. This section is Ripio And it crosses mountains, so it is recommended to drive with caution.
The approximate distance is 1,689 km. The travel time is from some 20 to 22 hoursdepending on the stops and the conditions of the road.
Source: Ambito
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