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Historic heritage · Humahuaca, Jujuy
Cabildo de Humahuaca
Municipal building with a tower and historic façade in the center of Humahuaca, near the cathedral.
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About Cabildo de Humahuaca
The Cabildo de Humahuaca occupies one side of the city's historic core. The current building, from the 20th century, replaced an earlier structure linked to local administration. Its façade and tower are part of the ensemble that brings together the square, the church and civil authority in the urban center.
The clock and the mechanism associated with the figure of San Francisco Solano help identify the tower. The architecture can be observed from the public space in front of the building, without relying on a presentation of the mechanism. The visit is also worthwhile for the sense of scale between the building and the nearby streets.
Include the Cabildo in a walk around the square and reserve interior visits only for authorized areas. As the building has municipal functions, tourist circulation should respect its activities. To attend any presentation of the tower, confirm the schedule before going; observing the façade is of interest in itself.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
Between twenty and forty minutes for the exterior.
Best time
During the daytime walk through the center. If you want to see the tower's figure, check the local schedule.
How to get there
It is located by Humahuaca's central squares, in the area of Tucumán street. It is reachable on foot from the cathedral.
Tip
Observe the façade and tower ensemble from the square, keeping municipal entrances clear.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Cabildo de Humahuaca
Is the current building from the colonial era?
The current construction dates from the 20th century and replaced the former building associated with the local administration.
Do I need to see the tower's presentation to get to know it?
No. The façade, the clock and the building's placement in the center can be observed independently of it.
Can I move around in all the rooms?
Use only the authorized areas, as the building has municipal functions. Confirm whether entry is possible.