The North Attractions
Cordoba in Argentina © fonsete
Córdoba
Founded in 1573, Córdoba is Argentina's second largest
city and although there has been massive development in recent
years, much of the old colonial vestiges remain. A fine collection
of churches and colonial buildings survive from this period
including the 17th century Town Hall (El Cabildo), the Romanesque
Iglesia Cathedral and the Jesuit Iglesia de la
Compañía, the oldest surviving church in Argentina,
dating from 1622. The Museo Histórico Provincial
Marqués de Sobremonte is one of the most important
historical museums in the country. The Jesuit influence is clear
within the scenic mountain interior, which is scattered with
colonial churches, hermitages and interesting towns. Many are well
prepared for tourists, with hotels, restaurants and festivals
keeping alive the Jesuit and gaucho traditions.
