San Miguel de Tucumán

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San Miguel de Tucumán, Provincial capital in northern Argentina.

San Miguel de Tucumán spreads across the Salí River valley at the foothills of Aconquija Mountains, forming a metropolitan area of 900,000 residents.

The Congress of Tucumán gathered in the city on July 9, 1816, where delegates signed the declaration of independence from Spanish colonial rule.

The National University of Tucumán, established in 1914, has produced numerous scholars and artists, including the renowned folk singer Mercedes Sosa.

The Teniente General Benjamín Matienzo International Airport connects the city with Buenos Aires through multiple daily flights and serves regional destinations.

The city maintains extensive citrus orchards and sugar cane plantations in its surrounding areas, contributing to its designation as the Garden of Argentina.

Location: Capital Department

Inception: 1565

Elevation above the sea: 431 m

Website: https://smt.gob.ar

GPS coordinates: -26.81667,-65.21667

Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:22

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