Argentina’s historical sites stand as an impressive testament to its long and storied past. From memorials commemorating those who endured state oppression to public squares where political leaders have addressed the nation, there’s much for visitors to discover here.
Cordoba Cathedral is one of Argentina’s oldest historical landmarks, while its Jesuit Block symbolizes how European and Indigenous cultures combine. Additionally, Llullaillaco Children Museum displays three Inca child mummies discovered nearby.
Pucara de la Alumbrera
Pucara de la Alumbrera is an archaeological site found in Argentina’s remote northern region and dates back to pre-Inca times. Featuring horseshoe-shaped walls that would have protected homes, religious buildings and other civic centers from invaders during pre-Inca times. Discovered in 1908 by pioneering archaeologists Juan Bautista Ambrosetti and Salvador Debenedetti who are widely acknowledged as pioneers of archaeological science, the site became accessible for study later that same year.
At present, this site hosts a museum showcasing mummified children left as offerings on nearby mountains. Each child mummy will be on display for six months each.
Visit this fantastic site to gain an in-depth knowledge of Argentine history and culture. The intricate carvings found throughout these ruins add depth and drama, as they depict plazas, churches, schools, plazas as well as Jesuit (Society of Jesus) Missions established during the 17th century.
La Cueva de las Manos
Cueva de las Manos (The Cave of the Hands), located in Patagonia’s Santa Cruz Province just south of Perito Moreno Glacier is famed for its incredible rock art. Carbon dating has shown that this prehistoric artwork from 7,300 BCE can be identified through hand stencils found here.
Archaeological investigations indicate that this art was likely produced by early hunter-gatherers living in the area, drawing archaeological interest due to providing insight into their lifestyle and culture.
Artwork at Guanaco Park depicts various figures, such as guanacos, wild beasts and human hands, that were added to the World Heritage List in 1999. Today, this site attracts many visitors and is often included on Ruta 40 route from Bariloche to El Calafate. Furthermore, staying nearby estancias plays an integral part in supporting local communities while giving insight into Argentine ranch culture.
Qhapaq Nan
UNESCO recognized the Qhapaq Nan or Andean Road System in South America as a World Heritage Site in 2014. This impressive road system spans six South American nations and connects communities to their natural surroundings by passing through mountains, valleys, forests, arid deserts and rivers – built using techniques including terracing, bridging and paving.
This impressive infrastructure allowed for the transport of food, goods and people between different parts of a nation or continent; furthermore it served to communicate ideas, beliefs and values among communities in its area. Now more than ever before the Andean Road System serves its original function of connecting and unifying regions like this one.
Though heritage routes are being recognized, their recognition has met some criticism. Pierre Losson (2017) investigated how national press of different countries covered this issue; he found that tourism opportunities had promoted regional integration while not fully acknowledging problems associated with managing this property.
Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires is an iconic city in Argentina’s history and home to an extensive cultural heritage system. From 1867-1870 it experienced a period of unrivaled expansion that changed both urban and territorial structures significantly.
City has an eclectic architecture that fuses European and indigenous influences, along with numerous four and five-star hotels, luxury shopping centres, and high-class restaurants that specialize in fusion dishes.
Plaza de Mayo’s most notable landmark is an obelisk built to mark its fourth centenary and once home to the Argentine Communist Party. Additionally, it marks where the Argentine flag was first raised and is often used for events and demonstrations. Furthermore, Buenos Aires is known for its vibrant culture with many shows and artistic performances held regularly across its city streets; plus it houses University of Buenos Aires which has provided education to numerous presidents as well as Nobel Prize laureates.
