To the numerous charms of Córdoba – mountains, rivers, gastronomy – is added the cielo clean, ideal for doing astroturismoan increasingly popular activity in the province and in different parts of Argentina.
The options of providers and activities to learn about our solar system, observe the stars, recognize constellations and debunk myths are various and growing.
“This activity is an opportunity to Turistic development that contributes to the scientific disseminationdiversifies the tourism offer and adds value to the productive system of the province,” said Darío Capitani, president of the Córdoba Tourism Agency.
And he highlighted: “Together with the municipalities and providers, we have proposed a cycle of experiences that can be enjoyed during April in the province”.
For the third consecutive year, Córdoba celebrates astrotourism month, in which a large number of activities will be carried out in various places.
Astrotourism: what you can do in Córdoba
The full agenda of activities can be consulted on the official Córdoba Tourism website. Here, a selection of proposals:
Friday, April 19 at 6:30 p.m. Photoshow: Skies of Córdoba. Location: Lugones Room.
Friday, April 19 at 8 p.m. Astrotourism in Pueblo Encanto. Contact: 3548569415.
Saturday April 20. Astronomical Camp by Axel Altimari, from “Journey to the Stars”. Place: Río Quilpo Municipal Camping. Cost: a non-perishable food.
Inscription: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdyb8R09x7atFky2nB-2URGKJq2WsmugyxQ1cXUP1aCXLI-xQ/viewform?usp=pp_url
Sunday, April 21 at 8 p.m. Guided observation of the night sky with telescope and photography. Place: Plaza San Martín.
Córdoba organizes astrotourism activities. Photo Córdoba Tourism Agency.Tuesday April 23. Saint Mark with full moon pink, by Cecilia Galasse, from Sendas community tourism. Location: Cerro de la Cruz. Cost: voluntary collaboration.
Saturday, April 20 at 5 p.m. Astrotourism and hiking. Meeting place: Tourist Office.
For more information: 3544 308206.
Saturday, April 20 at 8:00 p.m. “Getting to know the Sky from our pale blue point.” Location: Municipal Sports Center. Cost: $ 3.000 per person (children under 10 years old free). Includes use of telescope.
For more information: 3546402500.
Villa General Belgrano, famous for its Central European traditions, such as the Beer Festival.Saturday, April 20 at 8 p.m. Cultural Astrotourism in the Parque del Oeste Natural Reserve. Duration: 2 hours. Free and with limited spaces.
Friday, April 26 at 8 p.m. Night walk with night sky observation. Place: Parque del Oeste Natural Reserve in charge of park rangers of the natural space. Duration: 1.30 hours. Free and with limited places.
For more information and/or registration: 3525539014.