Salinas Grandes, conjunto de salares de las provincias de Buenos Aires y La Pampa, en Argentina
Salinas Grandes is an expansive salt flat in Buenos Aires Province where water evaporates and leaves salt crystals behind. The flat white surface stretches across a wide area with minimal vegetation and few structures in sight.
Salt has been extracted from these flats since the 1700s and transported to cities along the Río de la Plata for food preservation. Trade routes connected this remote site to urban centers, making it an important resource during colonial times.
Salt extraction has shaped local life here for generations, with workers collecting salt through simple evaporation processes. The white expanse remains central to how residents and visitors understand this region's connection to the land.
The surface can become slippery after rain, so wear shoes with good grip when visiting. Weather changes quickly from hot sun to sudden showers, so plan your time and clothing accordingly for a comfortable visit.
On certain days a thin layer of water covers the salt, creating mirror-like reflections of the sky and clouds above. This effect produces striking photographs and reveals how the salt flat can transform depending on weather and light conditions.
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