Antofagasta de la Sierra
Argentina · Catamarca ProvinceAR
Volcanic field in Argentina
Antofagasta de la Sierra is a volcanic field in Argentina. The main type of volcanic edifice in the area are scoria cones, formed by the La Laguna, Jote and Alumbrera volcanoes. The first and last of these form a sub-group which is better researched. Various dating methods have yielded ages from several million to several hundred thousand years ago, but some vents appear to be of Holocene age.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 500
- Coordinates
- -26.059, -67.406
- Timezone
- America/Argentina/Catamarca
- Elevation
- 4000 m
Overview of Antofagasta de la Sierra
Antofagasta de la Sierra sits in Catamarca Province, Argentina and reads as a village. Population figures land around 500. The altitude here is around 4,000 m. Which shapes the pace of a visit. Visitors mostly come here for nature. The southern hemisphere setting is worth noting when you pick dates.
Things to do in Antofagasta de la Sierra
Nature in Antofagasta de la Sierra
(1)Nature in Antofagasta de la Sierra covers Volcanoes. Each one is worth building half a day around. This reflects only what is documented for Antofagasta de la Sierra.
Getting there & around
Getting to Antofagasta de la Sierra usually means a connection from Catamarca Province and your own wheels for the rest. Antofagasta de la Sierra runs on America/Argentina/Catamarca time.
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Places near Antofagasta de la Sierra that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Antofagasta de la Sierra known for?
- In Catamarca Province, Argentina, Antofagasta de la Sierra stands out for nature. That mix defines the typical visit to this 500-strong destination.
- What can you do in Antofagasta de la Sierra?
- Options in Antofagasta de la Sierra run to Volcanoes — a practical starting point for an itinerary.
- Where is Antofagasta de la Sierra located?
- You will find Antofagasta de la Sierra in Catamarca Province, Argentina. Neighbouring destinations are listed on the matching region and country pages.
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Info about Antofagasta de la Sierra, Catamarca Province (Argentina)
Antofagasta de la Sierra region is Catamarca Province, in country Argentina (AR).
Antofagasta de la Sierra is also called Antofagasta de la Sierra, latitude is -26.0594000, and its longitude -67.4063600.
With 500 inhabitants, this city timezone is America/Argentina/Catamarca (America/Argentina/Catamarca_cet).
Antofagasta de la Sierra is considered one of the top destinations for volcanoes over Argentina.
More details about Antofagasta de la Sierra in Argentina (AR)
It is the capital of Antofagasta de la Sierra Department.
It's time zone is UTC?03:00 (for standard time).
Do You want to dial local phones? If you want to call local numbers in Antofagasta de la Sierra you can use 3835 as local dialing code. It's postal code is K4740, then if you want to send anything to family via post from Antofagasta de la Sierra you can use the post code as per description above.
Its altitude above sea level, also called meters above mean sea level (MAMSL), is about 3320 meters. Because of this Antofagasta de la Sierra is the ideal destination when you and firends like high mountains to see for your next vacation and want to do trekking when you are on holiday to visit new places.
Interactive Antofagasta de la Sierra (Argentina) Map and attractions
Interactive map of Antofagasta de la Sierra, Catamarca Province Argentina (AR).
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