Humahuaca
Argentina · Jujuy ProvinceAR
City in Jujuy, Argentina
Humahuaca is a small city in the province of Jujuy, Argentina. Since 2003 declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO at the Paris conference. It has 11,369 inhabitants as per the 2001 census [INDEC], and is the principal town (seat) of the Department of Humahuaca. The city is widely known for its location at the Quebrada de Humahuaca, along the Eastern valley of the central Andean Altiplano.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 15,992
- Coordinates
- -23.205, -65.350
- Timezone
- America/Argentina/Jujuy
- Elevation
- 2970 m
Overview of Humahuaca
Humahuaca belongs to Jujuy Province, Argentina and has the feel of a low-key town. It counts about 15,992 residents. Which tells you how much ground there is to cover. The local offer centres on nature, culture and adventure. Season planning starts with its southern-hemisphere location. Elevation is roughly 2,970 metres.
Things to do in Humahuaca
Nature in Humahuaca
(15)Nature lovers get Caves, Countryside, Desert, Forest and Gardens. Everything listed here comes from what Humahuaca is actually tagged with. Altogether 15 options are tagged here.
Culture in Humahuaca
(10)For culture, expect Ancient Ruins, Bridges, Castles, Docks and Fountains. The category holds 10 entries in our dataset. The list follows Humahuaca's own activity tags.
Adventure in Humahuaca
(6)Under adventure, Humahuaca is tagged with Abseiling, Adventure, Adventure Parks, Climbing and Off Road Trails. Counting everything, 6 activities fall under this heading. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Humahuaca.
Sports in Humahuaca
(6)Humahuaca's sports entries include Hiking, Hiking Trails, Running, Snow Tubing and Trail Running. Everything listed here comes from what Humahuaca is actually tagged with. Altogether 6 options are tagged here.
Water Sports in Humahuaca
(3)Under water sports, Humahuaca is tagged with Diving, Scuba Diving and Water Sports. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Humahuaca.
Nightlife in Humahuaca
(2)Under nightlife, Humahuaca is tagged with Events and Music. Each one is worth building half a day around. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Humahuaca.
Family in Humahuaca
(1)Under family, Humahuaca is tagged with Playgrounds. Plan them together and you have a full day. The list follows Humahuaca's own activity tags.
Shopping in Humahuaca
(1)Looking for shopping? Humahuaca has Food. Each one is worth building half a day around. The list follows Humahuaca's own activity tags.
More to do in Humahuaca
(1)Other activities lovers get Secret. Everything listed here comes from what Humahuaca is actually tagged with. A compact set that still fills a visit.
Best time to visit Humahuaca
December to March is the window for swimming, boating and beach time. The shoulder months of October to November and March to April suit hiking and outdoor days. Snow activities belong to June to August. Humahuaca stays visitable year-round thanks to its indoor options.
Getting there & around
Small places like Humahuaca are best explored by car or on two wheels after reaching Jujuy Province. Time zone: America/Argentina/Jujuy.
Similar destinations
Places near Humahuaca that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Humahuaca known for?
- Humahuaca, in Jujuy Province, Argentina, is best known for nature, culture and adventure. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 15,992 residents.
- What can you do in Humahuaca?
- Recorded activities in Humahuaca include Caves, Countryside, Desert, Forest and Gardens. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Humahuaca?
- December to March is the window for swimming, boating and beach time. The shoulder months of October to November and March to April suit hiking and outdoor days. Snow activities belong to June to August. Humahuaca stays visitable year-round thanks to its indoor options.
- Where is Humahuaca located?
- Humahuaca is located in Jujuy Province, Argentina. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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