Salta, Argentina

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Did you know? Salta

Salta is located at 1,187 meters (3,894 feet) above sea level in northwestern Argentina, giving it a mild spring-like climate year-round.

The city was founded in 1582 by Hernando Lerma and is known as 'Salta la Linda' (Beautiful Salta) for its well-preserved colonial architecture and vibrant cultural traditions.

Salta is the gateway to some of Argentina's most dramatic landscapes, including the Serranías del Hornocal (14 Colors Mountain) and the quebradas (gorges) of the Andes foothills.

The city is the cultural heart of Argentine folklore, with traditional music, dance, and crafts—including ponchos and ceramics—central to daily life and festivals.

Salta's cuisine blends indigenous, Spanish, and regional influences, featuring dishes like empanadas salteñas, locro, and carne a la olla that differ distinctly from Buenos Aires cooking.

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