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Panorámica Ciudad de Salta
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Salta was founded on April 16, 1582, by Spanish conquistador Hernando de Lerma.

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Salta

Argentina

Country
Argentina
Population
535.3K
Coordinates
-24.78, -65.42
455th most populous city in the world

Salta is the capital and largest city in the Argentine province of the same name. With a population of 627,704 according to the 2022 census, it is also the 7th most-populous city in Argentina.

From the “History” section

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Panorámica Ciudad de Salta
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Salta has a subtropical highland climate and enjoys 4 distinct seasons.

Salta
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Salta

Argentina

Country
Argentina
Population
535.3K
Coordinates
-24.78, -65.42
455th most populous city in the world

Salta is the capital and largest city in the Argentine province of the same name. With a population of 627,704 according to the 2022 census, it is also the 7th most-populous city in Argentina.

From the “Geography” section

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Panorámica Ciudad de Salta
city

The city features the Museum of High Altitude Archaeology, which houses artifacts from the Inca civilization, including mummies of three Inca children.

Salta
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Salta

Argentina

Country
Argentina
Population
535.3K
Coordinates
-24.78, -65.42
455th most populous city in the world

Salta is the capital and largest city in the Argentine province of the same name. With a population of 627,704 according to the 2022 census, it is also the 7th most-populous city in Argentina.

From the “Attractions” section

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Panorámica Ciudad de Salta
city

Salta is probably the most Spanish city in Argentina by physical appearance, resembling Andalucian cities.

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Salta

Argentina

Country
Argentina
Population
535.3K
Coordinates
-24.78, -65.42
455th most populous city in the world

Salta is the capital and largest city in the Argentine province of the same name. With a population of 627,704 according to the 2022 census, it is also the 7th most-populous city in Argentina.

From the “Culture and arts” section

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Panorámica Ciudad de Salta
city

The film Taras Bulba, starring Yul Brynner and Tony Curtis, was largely shot in the hills west of the city.

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Salta

Argentina

Country
Argentina
Population
535.3K
Coordinates
-24.78, -65.42
455th most populous city in the world

Salta is the capital and largest city in the Argentine province of the same name. With a population of 627,704 according to the 2022 census, it is also the 7th most-populous city in Argentina.

From the “Trivia” section

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