Explore Quebrada de las Conchas nearby. Also known as “Shells’ Ravine,” this spectacular outdoor destination is hailed the world over for its magnificent rock formations. Among the many natural wonders that reside within the Quebrada de las Conchas are El Obelisco, El Anfiteatro, and Casa de los Loros.

Visit the Ruinas de Quilmes (Ruins of Quilmes). Dating back to the 9th century, this fascinating archeological site is the largest of its kind in Argentina. Scholars today believe that it was once a city that housed up to 5,000 people.

Travel to the Plaza 9 De Julio in neighboring Salta. This historical 16th-century plaza commemorates Argentina’s independence, and features an incredibly beautiful garden. The beautiful, 19th-century Cathedral of Salta (Catedral Basílica de Salta) is located at the plaza’s northern end.