África, Historic locality in San Martín Department, Argentina
África is a small rural settlement in Corrientes Province in northern Argentina, located at about 64 meters elevation with open landscapes around it. The village has retained the form it had when founded, with traditional structures and buildings that reflect early settlement patterns.
The settlement was recognized as a National Historic Site because of its role in early Spanish colonial settlement in this region. Its founding is part of the larger colonial history of the San Martín Department in northeastern Argentina.
The settlement reflects rural life in northeastern Argentina, where residents maintain traditional farming methods and local customs. The community preserves the way of life established by its founders and shows how people in this region connect with the land.
The settlement is accessible by provincial roads that connect it to other communities in the department and allow land-based travel. The best time to visit is during drier months when roads are easier to navigate.
The village has kept its original administrative boundaries from its founding period, making it a rare example of an unchanged territorial structure. This continuity allows visitors to experience firsthand how early Spanish settlements were planned and organized.
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