Salta and Jujuy

The Colors and Flavors of Culture

Salta and Jujuy: The Colors and Flavors of Culture

Two big words can describe the North of our country: Colors and Flavors. Declared World Cultural Heritage by UNESCO, Jujuy presents you the Hill of 7 Colors, named in that way due to the great amount of minerals that give cheerful colors to the whole postcard, with Purmamarca valley at its feet. From a colorful scenery to a complete pure white background: Salinas Grandes, an impressive extension of 82 square miles of salt lakes that reaches the horizon. Cafayate in Salta province is not left behind: reds and oranges are present in mountains, lands and even in their wines. Culture is not only reflected in the natural heritage, but also in the traditional cuisine of their people, where colors are also part of this recipe in the so many spices they use taken from the earth.

DISTANCE FROM BS AS

1.50hs flight
985 miles

weather

Hot and rainy-moderate summers | Fresh and rain-free winters

Spring (Sep to Dec):
84.9°F to 62.2°F
Summer (Dec to March):
89°F to 67.2°F
Autumn (March to June):
73°F to 56.4°F
Winter (June to Sep):
74.3°F to 47.3°F

PLACES TO VISIT

Salinas Grandes
Cafayate
Santa and Jujuy cities
Purmamarca town and the Hill of seven colors
Los Cardones and Calilegua National Parks
Waira Caves
Tilcara town
Humahuaca Ravine (Quebrada de Humahuaca)
Las Conchas Ravine (Quebrada de las conchas)

ACTIVITIES that will inspire you

Take amazing pictures in the unusual white background of Salinas Grandes
Visit Purmamarca Valley to trek and admire the beauty of the Hill of 7 Colors
Ride aboard the Train to the Clouds
Day experience at Cafayate tasting good northern wines and exploring the Quebrada de las Conchas
Horseback Riding or biking at Los Cardones National Park
Mountain biking at the surroundings of Tilcara