Hidden gems in Córdoba Province

Córdoba’s heritage extends beyond the central plaza to include the underground Jesuit Crypt, the neo-gothic Capuchin Church, and the expansive Sarmiento Park. This selection highlights 17th-century colonial architecture like the Church of Society of Jesus alongside the modern Bicentennial Lighthouse. Cultural sites range from the fine arts collections at Palacio Ferreyra to the eclectic Museo Rocsen in Nono and the former mountain residence of writer Manuel Mujica Laínez in Cruz Chica.

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Sarmiento Park

This superb place is the largest public park in Córdoba. It's full of trees, lakes, intriguing museums, statues and other monuments.

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Capuchin Church

This stunning neo-gothic church is a small architectural wonder. Its interior is even more breathtaking than its exterior, so don't hesitate…

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The Jesuit Crypt

If you have 20 minutes to spare, visit this small crypt and crematorium regularly used for musicals, art exhibits and theatrical plays.

Church of Society of Jesus

A pretty church designed by Padre Phillipe Lemaire, completed in 1671.

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Evita Fine Arts Museum

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

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Emilio Caraffa Provincial Fine Arts Museum

The Emilio Caraffa Provincial Fine Arts Museum is an art museum in Córdoba, Argentina.

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Museo Rocsen

The Rocsen Museum is a museum located in Nono, Córdoba Province, Argentina, 8 km from Mina Clavero.

Monasterio San José de Carmelitas Descalzas

This 17th-century colonial convent houses the Juan de Tejeda Religious Art Museum. It features a distinctive pink exterior and a collection of sacred paintings, sculptures, and silverwork within its quiet cloisters.

Casona

A restored 19th-century colonial estate located in the historic village of Ischilín, showcasing traditional architecture and period furnishings.

Casa de Manuel Mujica Laínez

Known as 'El Paraíso,' this former residence of Argentine writer Manuel Mujica Laínez displays his extensive personal library, furniture, and art collection in a scenic mountain setting.

Casper. Un lugar mágico

A specialized theme park in Villa Carlos Paz featuring gravity-defying rooms and optical illusions designed to challenge visitors' perception of physics.