Yerba Buena

Yerba Buena is a city in Tucumán Province in northwestern Argentina that serves as the administrative center of its department. It sits in a region with a temperate mountain climate and functions as an important hub for local governance and daily life in the surrounding area.

The city was founded during colonial expansion and developed as a regional administrative center in the Tucumán area. It played a role in shaping local life and the growth of surrounding areas from its establishment onward.

The name refers to the healing herb 'Yerba Buena' that grows in the region and was traditionally used by inhabitants. This connection to local plants remains part of how people identify with and speak about their city.

The city is well connected by regional roads and serves as a gateway to surrounding villages and mountain areas of the province. Visitors should prepare for variable weather conditions, especially during the rainy season when roads become more challenging to navigate.

The city sits at an elevation typical of the Tucumán mountain region, connecting its residents to distinctive local plants and wildlife. This geographic position makes it a natural vantage point for observing the landscape and nature of the region's valleys and highlands.

Location: Yerba Buena Department

Location: Tucumán Province

Elevation above the sea: 515 m

GPS coordinates: -26.81667,-65.31667

Latest update: December 20, 2025 16:02