What to do in Jujuy

The northern province of Jujuy boasts striking scenery, including towering peaks and the ancient towns hidden between them, technicolour hills and cactus-studded desert. And there's no better way to see it all than on hikes into the wilderness. Jujuy also has a rich history, which you can delve into on visits to its isolated towns, from the Heroes of Independence Monument and pre-Incan ruins to the capital, San Salvador de Jujuy, where ancient Andean traditions are still upheld today. You'll have definitely worked up an appetite to try hearty locro stew - a favourite staple in Jujuy.