In a previous article we reviewed the most frequent tourist activities in Córdoba Capital. On this occasion, we are going to show you what to do in Córdoba if you are away from the capital and are looking for a vacation or a tour surrounded by nature and wildlife.
Punilla
Punilla is in the west of the city of Córdoba. The best known tourist attraction in the area is Villa Carlos Paz for its spas and coasts. Also, visitors can find Capilla del Monte, the city of Cosquín, La Cumbre and La Falda, among others.
Lots of rivers and streams cross this area with beaches, inns and different spas. You can try activities such as fishing and water sports by motor or sailing. On the other hand, the entire region supports activities such as hiking, horseback riding and rappelling.
Sierras Chicas
The Sierras Chicas area is located northwest of Córdoba capital. This region has a lot of vegetation, mountains and rivers, which is perfect for those who want to spend their vacation in the open air. The most usual and recommended circuit when doing tourism in Córdoba is the visit to the Jesuit stations, which were declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
On the other hand, you can also visit two towns recognized for their festivity and culture: Colonia Caroya and the traditional city of Jesús María. To get into natural environment, the most recommended place is the Parque de La Quebrada Natural Water Reserve, located in the town of Río Ceballos, where you can practice water sports such as canoeing and windsurfing.
Traslasierras
This tourist area is in the west of the province of Córdoba. It stands out for its natural peculiarities where the landscape merges with the energy of the earth. It is a region endowed with tourist attractions as it has important hotels, food facilities and other services.
It is an essential area of tourism in Córdoba. You can enjoy contact with nature through walks in protected natural reserves such as the Quebrada del Condorito National Park and the Pampa de Achala Water Reserve, where you can observe the fauna and go horseback riding.
In addition, there is a route known as a "gastronomic route" where you can learn about the traditions, flavors and aromas of the mountains.
Calamuchita
The Calamuchita region is in the southwest of the city of Córdoba and borders Sierras Chicas and Sierras Grandes. This area is characterized by its large waters such as the Los Molinos Dam, the Río Tercero Reservoir and the Piedras Moras Dam, among others, where you can practise sports such as sailing or motor sailing, kitesurfing and kayaking.
En el embalse de Río Tercero, particularmente, es donde se pueden encontrar las centrales hidroeléctricas y nucleares que generan energía para el territorio nacional. El área de Calamuchita alberga más de veinte localidades de turismo en Córdoba ubicadas entre los distintos relieves de montaña y con una pizca de tradición criolla y colonial. Ofrece algo para todos: amantes de la gastronomía, de la naturaleza y de la ciudad con una estructura de servicios de calidad donde se incluyen posadas, cabañas, campings y demás.
We hope this guide will be useful when planning your next trip. Also, remember that we are available to solve your doubts directly.
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