Humahuaca

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Introducing Humahuaca

The Quebrada’s largest settlement is its most handsome, with atmospheric cobblestoned streets, adobe houses and quaint plaza. You can feel the nearby puna here, with chilly nights, sparse air and a quiet Quechua population. Humahuaca feels less affected by tourism than the towns further south, and is the better for it. There are good handicrafts shops around town, and folk musicians strum and sing in the more popular restaurants.

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Last updated: Sep 23, 2008

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