Cordoba is Argentina's colonial capital, a picturesque city located on the banks of the River Primero (aka Río Siqioa) and on the edge of the mountain range known as the Sierra Chica.   The Pampas consists mostly of flat agricultural land and contains the provinces of Buenos Aires and La Pampa as well as parts of Santa Fe and Córdoba. 

Popularly known as "La Docta", Córdoba was the first capital of the country, founded before Buenos Aires, and is now Argentina's second most important city.  Its location provides the arena for many adventure and/or extreme sports.

Many of the most interesting colonial buildings within the city can be found in the Calle Obispo Trejos, including El Cabildo (the Town Hall) and the Casa del Obispo Mercadillo.  

Also worth seeing are the churches of the Compañía de Jésus, San Francisco and San Roque.  Numerous Jesuit churches can be visited in the area ~ Alta Gracia, 35km (22 miles) southwest of the city, is one of the best known.

Argentina's first university, the Universidad Nacional de Córdoba was founded here was established by Jesuits in 1612, and the city now has two universities. 

 

• San Martin Theatre ~ This is the oldest theatre in the country.  The architectural interior of this building is amazing and a feature in itself. Although originally built as an opera house, today the main productions are ballets, symphonies and plays. 
• The National University of Cordoba ~ The oldest university in Argentina and the second oldest in South America.
• Museo Marqués de Sobremonte ~ Formerly the home of Rafael Núñez, the Governor of Cordoba, is now the only surviving colonial residence in the city.  The museum displays 18th and 19th century provincial history.
• Churches ~ Compañía de Jésus, San Francisco and San Roque are all well worth a visit.
• Manzana Jesuítica ~ Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, guided tours are available.   
• Alta Gracia ~ Numerous Jesuit churches can be visited in the area and this is one of the best known.  
• Calle Obispo Trejos ~ including El Cabildo (the Town Hall) and the Casa del Obispo Mercadillo.  
• Activities ~ One of the best streets to see colonial architecture, including quad bike excursions, mountain biking or paragliding.