Resources for Travel in Argentina – the Northwest Around Salta and Quebrada de Humahuaca
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Posted by Karin-Marijke Vis Aug 13, 2009 |
West of Purmamarca, in the Quebrada de Humahuaca, the road climbs with endless hairpins up to 4,000 metres. This is La Puna, the altiplano that stretches all the way into Bolivia and Chile. Long, flat expanses of land alternate with winding roads through hilly regions. Of all of Argentina we have come to love this area the most. It's so remote, so barren, and so majestic.
We drive just for the sake of driving; even the ruthless washboards can't take away a feeling of awe. Mother Nature saved her best work for this area. Surroundings change in colour: red and orange mountains, blue sparkling streams creating a bit of green moss or grass, white stretches of salt lining the streams. Endless plains with grazing vicuñas complete the scene.
Below are links to informative articles about the northwestern areas we enjoyed most. The Quebrada de Humahuaca is much visited whereas the off-road journeys are unique and simply splendid to drive yourself as well. Enjoy!
Jan 8, 2009
Not overrun by tourists yet, Iruya and Yavi demand an effort to be reached, which is rewarded by awe-inspiring surroundings and walking trails. more...
Jan 8, 2009
Enjoy awe-inspiring journeys across an elevation of 4,000 metres, passing salt lakes, volcanos, deserts and towns with a Bolivian feel. more...
Dec 9, 2008
An unpaved road from Quebrada to Humahuaca to Iruya is the start of the discovery of awesome mountain settings, isolated villages and spectacular off-road trails. more...
Dec 8, 2008
Ruta 9 leads through Argentina's most dramatic and colourful canyon, where archeological sites may be found and adobe villages still uphold the Andean way of life. more...
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