Quebrada de Humahuaca, Mountain valley with UNESCO World Heritage status in Jujuy Province, Argentina.
The Quebrada de Humahuaca extends for 155 kilometers through a narrow mountain valley, featuring multicolored rock formations and traditional adobe settlements.
The valley served as a vital trade route for over 10,000 years, connecting the Inca Empire territories and later linking the Viceroyalties of Rio de la Plata and Peru.
Indigenous communities maintain their ancestral traditions through local markets, agricultural practices, and festivals that showcase their connection to the land.
Visitors can access the valley through regular bus services from Salta city, with stops in main towns like Purmamarca and Humahuaca throughout the year.
The Grande River shapes the valley's landscape, remaining dry during winter months and transforming into a robust watercourse during summer rains.
Location: Jujuy Province
Elevation above the sea: 3,224 m
GPS coordinates: -23.19986,-65.34886
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:19
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