Salta | Argentina

Salta | Argentina

Micaela Belgrado
Salta, Argentina. A province where you can enjoy everything from tasting wine in high-level wineries, strolling through routes with incredible landscapes, or engaging in adventure tourism. We will see what to do in Cafayate, Salta Capital, and Cachi.
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1. Cayafate, Argentina: 

Cafayate is a charming town located in the Calchaquí Valleys, in the province of Salta, Argentina. It is renowned for its stunning natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and thriving wine production. 

Things to do:

• Wine Tourism: Cafayate is one of Argentina's premier wine regions, known for its high-quality Torrontés wines. You can explore numerous vineyards and wineries, tasting the local wines and learning about the winemaking process. The picturesque vineyards set against the backdrop of the Andes Mountains create a breathtaking setting for wine enthusiasts. I recommend three wineries to visit: 

-Piatelli Winery

-Bodega El Esteco

-Bodega El Porvenir de los Andes

I personally visited Piatelli Winery for lunch and to taste their variety of wines. It is a beautiful place and reasonably priced.

Piattelli Vineyards
@micaelabelgrado
Piatelli is a renowned and picturesque winery in Cafayate that offers visitors a fantastic wine-tasting experience. The winery is known for its high-quality wines, especially its Malbec and Torrontés varieties. One unique aspect of Piatelli Winery is that they offer accommodation facilities, allowing visitors to extend their experience and stay on the premises. This option gives wine enthusiasts the opportunity to immerse themselves further in the winery's ambiance and enjoy the tranquility of the surrounding vineyards. Staying at the winery can enhance the overall experience, providing a more in-depth understanding of their winemaking processes and a chance to indulge in the region's wine culture at a leisurely pace.
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•Historic Architecture: Cafayate boasts a mix of colonial and traditional architecture. The main square, Plaza Mayor, is a great place to start exploring the town's historic charm. In Plaza Mayor, you can find many places to enjoy typical Argentinean food, such as Empanadas, Locro and Tamales.

Cafayate Square
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Plaza de Cafayate is the best place to have a walk. There you can find gift shops, restaurants and hotels.
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2. Quebrada de las Conchas

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