Catamarca

The Basilica Cathedral is the key site of the city. It's one of the fine examples of colonial-style architecture. There are two impressive towers that are hard to miss. The decorations inside the cathedral are equally striking.
The Provincial Historical Museum is located near the Cathedral. It depicts the history of the place called Catamarca. ►

The Basilica Cathedral is the key site of the city. It's one of the fine examples of colonial-style architecture. There are two impressive towers that are hard to miss. The decorations inside the cathedral are equally striking.
The Provincial Historical Museum is located near the Cathedral. It depicts the history of the place called Catamarca. There, you can see ancient objects and art as well. It's a place to appreciate the region's history.
The People's Square, also known as the 25 de Mayo square, is the heart of social activities and functions. It's where people meet to chat. It's also where civic entertainments take place.
In this regard, it must be emphasized that outside the largely mountainous city, many surprises exist. There's a place known as Campo del Cielo. There are many iron meteorites there. Some of them are the largest ever found. There's a building that tells of their uses and importance.
Quebrada de Luna is another place not to be missed. It's a surface that resembles rocky extremities and also the moon's surface. Some rocks have strange shapes and various colors. There's also the possibility to trek there.
In Los Cardones National Park, you can find giant cacti that exist nowhere else. Many animals are present in this area as well. You can see unusual birds and wild mammals there.
Colonial villages have been maintained side by side in Catamarca. Londres is one of them. There are typical adobe houses. The village church is also worth a visit. More compact than the modern interior style is the other enchanting village called Belén. The buildings are old with cobblestones.
The inhabitants of Catamarca are respectful of traditions. The Chaya, for example, is a traditional and typical festival for many residents. It's a happy period with music and dancing. People parade in the streets on decorated trucks.
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