Salta

Salta is a city in northwestern Argentina,

capital of the province with the same name. Located in the foothills of the Andes, Salta has a colonial architecture and breathtaking scenery around. Salta was founded by the Spanish in 1582 but became an important fortress against them during the War of Independence in the early 19th century. Nevertheless, the inhabitants of Salta are proud of Spanish heritage such as traditional dance, music and cuisine. Salta is a good starting point to Tren de la Nubes. Another legacy visible are the baroque churches. Hotels in Salta

What to visit in Salta: Plaza 9 Julio; Convento of San Bernardo; Balcarce Street; Cathedral; Cerro San Bernardo;

Transports in Salta

Martin Miguel de Guemes Airport (SLA): There are flights to/from Buenos Aires.

By bus: There are buses to/from several cities in Argentina.

Salta to Buenos Aires – 20 hours

Salta to Puerto Iguazu – 24 hours

Salta to Tucuman – 4 hours

Salta to Cafayate – 4 hours

Salta to Cordoba – 13 hours

Salta to Mendoza – 18 hours

Salta to Jujuy – 2 hours

Salta to San Pedro de Atacama in Chile – 10 hours

Restaurants in Salta

• Doña Salta
• La Cefira
• Ma Cuisine Resto
• Osadia Restaurante
• Restaurant Adelina
• Pipa’s
• El Buen Gusto
• Zen Sushi Salta
• Cafe Tobias Empanadas

Maps of Salta