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THIS IS WHAT IT WAS LIKE ARRIVING IN ARGENTINA! We can't believe it #170 - Chez Team
November 5, 2023 · 23 min · 17K views · Purmamarca
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Travelers in a motorhome touring northern Argentina navigate the arid landscapes of Purmamarca, visiting the Paseo de los Colorados and the Cerro de los Siete Colores.1:31 The region features soft, sediment-rich mountains shaped by rare rainfall and erosion.1:58 While the area is a popular tourist destination, the travelers note the well-preserved local architecture, which utilizes adobe, stone, and wood to maintain a traditional aesthetic.5:02 During their transit between San Salvador de Jujuy and Salta, the crew traverses the 95-kilometer "Ruta de la Cornisa," a narrow, scenic road that transitions from arid terrain to lush, green environments.19:58 They encounter localized fuel shortages in Argentina, noting that diesel remains more accessible than gasoline.11:34 Additionally, the travelers report that a single tank of cooking gas, filled in Quito, lasted five months due to infrequent heating needs and a reliance on affordable street food in neighboring countries.21:23 The journey concludes with a mechanical inspection of the motorhome’s front end in Salta after 7,000 kilometers of travel.22:53
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