History and Heritage

Archaeological sites – Monuments – Heritage sites

Serranía del Hornocal and its colorful formations

Hornocal Mountain Range

Hornocal, also known as the Serranía de los 14 Colores (Mountain Range of 14 Colors), is one of the most breathtaking landscapes in Argentina. Located at an altitude of over 4,300 meters, this imposing mountain displays a stunning array of hues that form unique geometric patterns, the result of millions of years of geological processes.

Address:: RP 73 Hornocal Mountain Range Viewpoint – Humahuaca
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Humahuaca

Humahuaca, the historic heart of the Quebrada de Humahuaca, is a destination where time seems to stand still. Its cobblestone streets, colonial buildings, and the emblematic Cabildo with the figure of Saint Francis Solano reflect centuries of Andean history and tradition.

Address:: RN 9, Humahuaca – Humahuaca
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Purmamarca

Purmamarca, at the foot of the majestic Hill of Seven Colors, is one of the most charming towns in the Quebrada de Humahuaca. Its dirt streets, adobe houses, and traditional artisan market create an authentic atmosphere, where Andean culture is alive in every corner.

Address:: Purmamarca – Tumbaya
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Eduardo Casanova Archaeological Museum

The Dr. Eduardo Casanova Archaeological Museum in the center of Tilcara offers a collection of archaeological pieces that trace the history of the peoples of Northwest Argentina from pre-Hispanic times to the conquest, integrating materials and studies of the Andean region.

Address:: Belgrano 445, Tilcara
Website: Website
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Our Lady of the Rosary Church of Tilcara

Church of Our Lady of the Rosary and Saint Francis of Assisi

The Church of Our Lady of the Rosary of Tilcara is a historic colonial-style temple in the city center, declared a National Historic Monument for its architectural and cultural relevance in the Quebrada de Humahuaca.

Address:: Alberro and Lavalle, Tilcara
Categories:: History and HeritageReligion

Museo Nacional Terry

The Museo Nacional Terry is a cultural space located in the former home of the Argentine painter José Antonio Terry, which exhibits his work and artistic productions linked to northern Argentina within a historical and heritage framework.

Address:: Rivadavia 352, Tilcara
Website: Website
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Pucará de Tilcara

The Pucará de Tilcara is one of the most emblematic archaeological sites in Jujuy, an ancient pre-Hispanic settlement located on a hill in the Quebrada de Humahuaca, with structures, plazas and remains that tell the story of the life of the native peoples and their subsequent Inca occupation.

Address:: Tilcara
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