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SAN MIGUEL DE TUCUMAN

San Miguel de Tucumán

is the province capital and is known as the landof sugar cane and the place of the Declaration of Independence Act.Downtown, around

Independence Square

, are the

Casa de Gobierno

(Italian and French-style palace), the outstanding

Cathedral

, the

Casa*Nogués

(where the Tourist Info Centre is) and the

Casa* Padilla

. Closeto this area stands the

Casa Histórica

(Historic House), the sitechosen by the Congressmen to declare National Independence fromSpain on July 9th, 1816. The house is now a museum where you cansee furniture, garments and objects from that time. In the evenings,

there’s a show called “luz y sonido” (light & sound) which offers a

reenactment of the historical events during and around July 9th (justin Spanish).Other places to see are the

San Francisco

and

La Merced Churches

,the

Archaeological Museum

and the

9 de Julio Park

.At the foot of the

San Javier hill

, just a few kmfrom the city, is the village of

Yerba Buena

, a verypleasant residential area with an excellentnightlife. Wander around San Javier Hill Park forgreat views of the city and its surrounding areawhere you can also go paragliding off

Loma Bola

SAN MIGUEL DE TUCUMAN

TUCUMAN PARAPENTE - Tandem paragliding & courses

Av. Aconquija 3050 - Yerba Buena(0381) 156109005 / 154447508eduardodeheza@hotmail.comwww.tucumanparapente.com.ar

Tucumán is a paragliding paradisein northwest Argentina with

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and the instructor is the 2006/07 championof Argentine paragliding, with over 25

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SAN MIGUEL DE TUCUMAN

Chacabuco 362(0381) 4224002hostel@lapostadelviajero.com.ar www.lapostadelviajero.com.ar

LA POSTA DEL VIAJERO HOSTEL GAUCHO

Located only 5 blocks away from the

Independence square, in a renovated

house with gaucho* feel. Thereare comfortable rooms, some w/privatebathrooms. They also have the “Zafarrancho pulpería”, a special place toeat, drink and enjoy a good movie. The asados*, informal guitar sessions,mateadas*, good vibes and friendly environmenthave made it an ideal stopover in Tucumán.

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They offer all the comfort and fun youwant with a prime location. It hassparkling clean private ensuite double

rooms, as well as dorms with shared

bath, a DVD room, ample patio with grill,and a fully equipped kitchen.They offer bus tickets, excursions andadvice to explore the entire region.

Las Heras 341(0381) 4218131info@pasionesargentinas.com.ar www.pasionesargentinas.com.ar

PASIONES ARGENTINAS HOSTEL Y TURISMO

Breakfast InternetWi-Fi

Complimentary drink every two guests!Santa Fe 930(0381) 4308849contacto@hosteloh.com.ar reservas@hosteloh.com.ar www.hosteloh.com.ar

OH! HOSTEL

Tired of the colourless hostel experience?OH! Hostel can provide the changes neededto pick your spirits up! Attended by a bilingualstaff, be dazzled by a youthful setting of vivid colors, take a quick dip in their pool, or enjoytheir weekly asados* and nights out. With doubles,triples, quadruples, and dorms (shared bathrooms),you can experience the traveller’s life as you see t.

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Tafí del Valle

is located in the Sierra de Aconquija, 107 km from SanMiguel de Tucumán and 1,976 m above sea level. This town boasts a specialmicroclimate, beautiful scenery, warm people and a rich history.Tafí is also famous for its local cheese which made from recipes inheritedfrom the Jesuits. Another Jesuit legacy is the old

Chapel of La Banda

:: Cascada* Los Alisos:

a 20 m vertical waterfall located 13 km from Tafíand accessible by bus. You can take a 2.5 hr walk and have the option ofdoing rappelling. It is best to go with a guide.

:: Valle de la Ciénaga

: it’s a 3 hr walk up to 2,600 m, where you can seearchaeological ruins and amazing landscapes.

:: Museo Casa Duende

: located 6 km from Tafí (1.5 hr walk). The museumexplains local myths and legends of the northern region.

:: Adventure Tourism

: there are wonderful hiking possibilities in thesurrounding mountains in addition to horseback riding, rappelling, mountainbiking, rock climbing and 4x4 tours.10 km away in

El Mollar

, you can visit the

Menhir Park

where you will nd

stone sculptures belonging to the Tafí culture which were once foundscattered throughout the valley. These stones, carved by the Tafí natives,still bear signs and symbols yet to be deciphered.

TAFI DEL VALLE

NOMADE HOSTEL & AUCACHE

Nomade hostel

is a great option for

those looking for a mix of fun, beautifulscenery and local culture in their trip.They have comfy dorms andprivate rooms all with ensuite bathrooms and allthe amenities you need to kick back and have thebest of times. There is a seating area with cable TV/DVD,fully equipped kitchen and a large garden with campingfacilities. They are located 2 blocks from the mainplaza and 6 from the bus station.

www.aucachexpediciones.com.ar

(0381) 154400859 / 154400656

Aucache Expediciones

doesn’t take adventure lightly. The 5experienced guides love the mountain and the quest, andhave their own equipment and vehicle to take you trekking,horseback riding, hiking, rappelling or camping to the mostbeautiful places in the area.

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Av. Los Palenques n/n(03867) 420179(0381) 154400656nomadehostel@hotmail.comwww.nomadehostel.unlugar.com

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TAFI DEL VALLE

This indigenous community is situated 55 km from Tafí del Valle and 68 fromCafayate and it offers marvellous landscapes and a pleasant climate.

:: Quilmes Ruins:

located 20 km from Amaicha, these ruins are the remains of thetown built by the local natives, the Quilmes, who for over 130 years resisted theinvasion of the Spanish forces (the longest resistance in Spanish Colonial history).

:: El Remate:

here you will nd a series of waterfalls located 9 km from Amaicha,

which are ideal for trekking, climbing and swimming. You can get there by taxi orlocal bus. It´s recommend to walk back and stop at

Los Zazos Dam

and at the

EcoMuseo Amauta

, where you can learn about native customs.

:: Ampimpa Observatory:

located on the road to Tafí del Valle, this astronomic

observatory belongs to the University of Tucumán and it’s a great place to have

a panoramic view of the valley and watch the stars at night.

:: Pachamama Museum:

it shows different elements of the aboriginal culturedating back to 800 BC.

:: Tiu Punco (“Desert’s door”):

the local dunes can be reached by crossing the

bed of Rio Santa Maria and the Petried Forest of carob trees. Accessible only

on 4x4 or by horseback.Every February, Amaicha del Valle holds the

Pachamama Festival

in honour of

the “Pachamama”(Motherland). It’s the best occasion to experience the local

customs and traditions, and enjoy delicious dishes.

AMAICHA DEL VALLE

Cafayate

is the most important town in the

Calchaquí Valley.

It’s famous

for its wine production and its popular folkloric festival held in February, theSerenata. Main attractions include a visit to the

Cathedral

, the

Artisan’s

Market

and the

Wine and Archaeological Museums.

Its dry and sunny climate is ideal for growing a variety of grape types,including the torrontés, unique to this area. You can take a guided wine tourwhere tasting is a must. A unique way to try the local wine is at Heladería

Miranda, which offers ice cream avours like cabernet and torrontés.

On the way to Salta, you will see sand dunes before catching a glimpse ofthe dramatic gorge of

Quebrada de las Conchas

, a series of intenselycoloured rock formations. The

Amphitheatre

and The

Devil’s Throat

arehighlighted stops throughout the Quebrada de Cafayate.Trekking by the Colorado River to the

SevenWaterfalls

, mountain biking, horsebackriding and even sand walking, are some ofthe activities which can be enjoyed aroundCafayate. A perfect way to make the mostout of your visit.

CAFAYATE

San Martín n/n, on the way to the mill(0381) 156279396 / 154968060pachacutyhostel@hotmail.com

PACHA CUTY HOSTEL

Pacha Cuty Hostel has that homeyatmosphere you are looking for.A ne example of a local adobe

house and rustic decoration, thishostel has terraces with

magnicent views of the valley.There are dorms, a double room

and camping facilities, all with

shared bathrooms.

Breakfast Internet

There is a do-it-yourself kitchen witha big table to share your meals andget to know your fellow travellers, a

charming living room and patio with

plenty of cool music to enjoy.It’s attended by its owners,a friendly young couple of ahistory professor and an Englishteacher, who see you get well-fedand happy. Every day, tasty mealsare prepared for you. Ask them about

the trekking trips, Quilmes ruins

excursions and visits around the area!

Free pick upwith Get South!Av. Pte. Perón 120(03867) 421768lacumbre@argentina.com

www.lacumbretadelvalle.com

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LA CUMBRE HOSTEL & YUNGAS ADVENTURE TRAVEL

This tranquil hostel is located on the main

street of Tafí del Valle, just a ten-minute walkfrom the bus station. It has a terrace with agreat view of the valley, BBQ area, kitchenand TV room with a cozy wood-burningstove. Double, triple and quadruple private rooms or dorms are available,all with shared bath and 24-hour check-in this happy family.

N° Leg. 12658

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Their on-site travel agency offers year-round excursions:*Visit the valley or dam via 4x4 all-terrain trucksor Land Rovers.*Trek to the peaks of El Pelao, Pabellón,Negrito or Cascada de los Alisos.*Bicycle around the lake and valleyor down from the Inernillo.*Horseback Ride (2.5 to 6 hours).