Self-guided Sightseeing Tour #1 in Cordoba, Argentina

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Tour Facts

Number of sights 5 sights
Distance 2 km
Ascend 27 m
Descend 51 m

Experience Cordoba in Argentina in a whole new way with our self-guided sightseeing tour. This site not only offers you practical information and insider tips, but also a rich variety of activities and sights you shouldn't miss. Whether you love art and culture, want to explore historical sites or simply want to experience the vibrant atmosphere of a lively city - you'll find everything you need for your personal adventure here.

Activities in CordobaIndividual Sights in Cordoba

Sight 1: Museo Provincial de Ciencias Naturales Dr. Arturo Umberto Illía

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The Presidente Doctor Arturo Illia Provincial Museum of Natural Sciences is a natural history museum located in Sarmiento Park in the city of Córdoba, Argentina. It is named in honor of the former Argentine president, Arturo Illia. It depends administratively on the government of the province. It brings together a permanent exhibition on 3 exhibition levels, develops research tasks in biology laboratories, has a workshop for the reproduction of pieces and a repository where the collections are safeguarded and preserved. Throughout its history, it operated in four locations. It currently operates in the building formerly occupied by the Forum of Democracy, which was remodeled to be used as a museum and reopened in 2007.

Wikipedia: Museo de Ciencias Naturales Arturo Illia (ES)

156 meters / 2 minutes

Sight 2: Faro del Bicentenario

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The Bicentennial Lighthouse or Faro del Bicentenario is a lighthouse-like monument located in Sarmiento Park, Córdoba, Argentina. It stands 335 feet. The opening was attended by Cordoba Governor Juan Schiaretti who said that it was intended to serve as a city icon.

Wikipedia: Bicentennial Lighthouse (EN)

524 meters / 6 minutes

Sight 3: Palacio Ferreyra

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The Evita Fine Arts Museum is an art museum in Córdoba, Argentina.

Wikipedia: Evita Fine Arts Museum (EN)

505 meters / 6 minutes

Sight 4: Iglesia de los Capuchinos

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Iglesia de los Capuchinos Randal Sheppard / CC BY-SA 2.0

The Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, better known as the Church of the Capuchins, is located in the city of Cordoba, Argentina at the intersection of Buenos Aires and Obispo de Oro streets. The Capuchin Church belongs to the Franciscan Order and was chosen as the First Artificial Wonder of the City. Its construction began in 1926 and was completed in 1934. It was the first Argentine church made of reinforced concrete.

Wikipedia: Iglesia del Sagrado Corazón (Córdoba) (ES)

794 meters / 10 minutes

Sight 5: Teatro del Libertador General San Martín

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Teatro del Libertador General San Martín User:Cordobes / CC BY-SA 3.0

The Teatro del Libertador General San Martín is the premier stage theatre, opera house and concert hall in Córdoba, Argentina.

Wikipedia: Teatro del Libertador General San Martín (EN)

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