Ready to connect with your inner archaeologist? Examine unique relics and find out about past civilizations at Alta Montana Archaeological Museum.

Located in Salta, this exhibition of human history is worth a visit. But you'll find tons more to see in this area. Virgen de los Tres Cerritos Sanctuary, San Francisco Church and Convent, and Cathedral of Salta aren't too far away from Museum of High Altitude Archaeology.

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Salinas Grandes and Purmamarca: Full Day Excursion from Salta Capital

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Trip to the clouds with Salinas Grandes and Purmamarca

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Salinas Grandes Tour of Purmamarca and Lipan Coast

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