Serranía de Hornocal, Mountain range in Humahuaca, Argentina.
The mountain formations of Hornocal extend across 25 kilometers from Humahuaca city, reaching an elevation of 4,761 meters above sea level.
The limestone Yacoraite formation within Hornocal spans from Argentina through the Quebrada de Humahuaca region into Bolivia and continues to Peru.
The mountain range stands within the Quebrada de Humahuaca region, which received UNESCO World Heritage status in 2003 for its landscapes and Inca roads.
Local guides offer regular excursions from Humahuaca bus terminal at fixed times throughout the day, with trips lasting approximately two and a half hours.
The mineral composition of Hornocal creates distinct color patterns in the mountain layers, which become more pronounced after rainfall.
Location: Jujuy Province
Elevation above the sea: 4,761 m
GPS coordinates: -23.23571,-65.18584
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:58
Northwest Argentina combines desert areas, wine regions and Andean valleys. The region includes salt flats, geological formations, pre-Columbian sites and traditional mountain villages.
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