Salta is the capital of the province bearing the same name, which is in the north-west of Argentina. It is nicknamed "Salta la linda" (beautiful Salta) and it is a very pretty town whose centre still has lots of buildings from its colonial past.
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Salta: How to get there?
Two hours from Buenos Aires by plane or an 18 to 22-hour journey by bus
Salta: See when to go ?
From April to November, during the southern winter
Salta is the largest city in northwest Argentina and definitely an interesting place to include on the itinerary when touring Argentina.
My suggestion
I recommend spending two full days visiting Salta and using the city as a base from which to explore the beautiful surrounding area, from Cafayate to the south to Quebrada de Humahuaca and Iruya, which lie to the north.
Virginie Bigeni
Seasoned Traveller
4
Salta la Linda is a town in north Argentina, at an altitude of 1,200 metres in the Lerma valley. It really is very pretty, having managed to keep its colonial architecture, and its typically colourful surroundings are worth exploring!
My suggestion
The atmosphere is very relaxed, the locals are very open and love talking to you. If you go to the market around lunchtime you are certain to meet someone!
Fanny Dumond
Seasoned Traveller
5
Salta is the capital of the province bearing the same name, which is in the north-west of Argentina. It is nicknamed "Salta la linda" (beautiful Salta) and it is a very pretty town whose centre still has lots of buildings from its colonial past.
My suggestion
If you want to experience a proper "folkloric" peña with really talented musicians and singers then you should spend the evening at Casona del Molino. One of my favourite spots in the whole of Argentina.