Introducing Resistencia
Poised on the edge of the barely populated wilderness of the Chaco (of which province it’s the capital), baking-hot Resistencia isn’t the most likely candidate for the garland of artistic center of northern Argentina. Yet it has strong claims to that title; its streets are studded with sculpture – half a thousand by the time you read this – and there’s a strong boho-cultural streak that represents a complete contrast to the tough cattle-and-dust solitudes that characterize the province.
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First settled in 1750, Resistencia grew rapidly with the development of the tannin industry and subsequent agricultural progress. It acquired its name after successful resistance against numerous indigenous attacks throughout the 19th century.
Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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RE: Formosa to Juy Juy
by Standanista 26 July 2011
I've never travelled on RA 81 or RA 86 unfortunately, but I can tell you that the buses from Clorinda to Salta and Jujuy continue south…
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RE: From Parque Nacional Chaco to Salta
by WILLEMSPIE 22 April 2011
I think it's better to return to Resistencia and take a night bus to Salta.
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From Parque Nacional Chaco to Salta
by IvoFromBelgium 22 April 2011
Hello there Would it be possible to get from Parque Nacional Chaco to (Capitan Solari, then on to Road 16 and catch bus from the turn-off…
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