Córdoba Province

Córdoba is a province in central Argentina that covers a wide area from eastern flatlands to three mountain ranges in the west. Several rivers run through the territory and create a landscape with many different natural environments.

Spanish colonizers founded the regional capital in 1573 as an important connection point between the coast and interior settlements. In the 17th century, the first university in what is now Argentina opened here and remains a major center of learning today.

The National University of Córdoba, founded in 1613, represents the first university in Argentina and maintains its position as a major educational center.

The economy centers on agriculture like soybeans and corn along with large automotive plants from Renault and FIAT. Visitors can choose between the mountain areas of the Sierras and the flat regions in the east depending on preferred terrain and activities.

The Sierras mountain chains divide the province into natural sections and serve as water sources that flow down to the surrounding plains. Many residents from the capital use these mountains on weekends for hiking, swimming in natural pools, and relaxing in smaller towns.

Location: Argentina

Capital city: Córdoba

Elevation above the sea: 373 m

Part of: South America Midwest Integrated Zone

Shares border with: Buenos Aires Province, Catamarca Province, La Pampa, La Rioja Province, San Luis Province, Santa Fe Province, Santiago del Estero Province

Website: https://cba.gov.ar

GPS coordinates: -32.00000,-64.00000

Latest update: December 3, 2025 18:42