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This is nice little museum that's centrally located in Plaza 9 de Julio. It's open daily except for Mondays from 9am until about 1pm or 2pm. Entry was cheap. It takes less than an hour to see both floors of modest exhibits about the history of Salta and its participation in the battle for independence. The outdoor patio inside the complex is pretty. A nice view of the Plaza 9 de Julio can be seen from the 2nd floor continuous balcony. Salta's Cabildo is not a must-see, but it's conveniently located, so if you have time to kill and want to learn a little Salta history, stop in. All exhibit signs are in Spanish. I am not sure about tours; we didn't take one.…
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Date of experience: December 2019
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There was a great deal to see here and it was a peaceful place. Not too many people and well displayed exhibits. Although all in Spanish it was straight forward. A reasonable admission and an interesting afternoon. Enjoy!
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Date of experience: January 2020
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A cabildo was the term for Spanish administrative offices during the colonial period. The structure today hosts among other things the Museo Historico del Norte. There were many rooms to visit. Done properly, it would take you the better part of an hour. There are artifacts from the colonial period. Religious items are on display. There was an exhibit on currency over the decades. On the upper floor was a fine view of the 9th of July Plaza.…
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Date of experience: October 2019
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Great surprise, fantastic historic building and complete history museum , must see history of pre hispanic era people, and Inca influence
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Date of experience: March 2019
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The Cabildo is definite worth visiting and viewing its various displays showing local history and artifacts. Additionally there are great views of the plaza from the upper balcony.
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Date of experience: March 2019
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