Córdoba

Córdoba, being the second-largest city in Argentina, offers a distinctive character compared to the bustling metropolis of Buenos Aires. Throughout the nation, the residents of Córdoba (referred to as Cordobesas) are recognized for their lively spirit and a cultural affinity for cuarteto music, rally car racing, and the popular drink Fernet and Coke. Although many travelers primarily focus on exploring the capital city, Córdoba presents an inviting mélange of historical and contemporary attractions, exemplified by 17th-century Jesuit ruins coexisting with modern art galleries, alongside a vibrant student populace that enhances the city’s youthful and energetic atmosphere.

It doesn’t get as much hype as fabled Granada or scintillating Seville, but there’s another city right in the middle of Andalucía that no one should miss.