Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
( 442-0423;
www.terrariojana.com.ar
)
Terra Riojana operates a variety of tours around the
province.
Runacay
TOUR
( 03825-470368;
www.runacay.com
)
Offer tours around Talampaya and Ischigualasto Na-
tional Parks, as well as good trips to Laguna Brava and other lofty destinations.
Festivals & Events
Taking place at noon on December 31, El Tinkunaco is one of Argentina's most interest-
ing ceremonies (see boxed text,
Click here
)
.
La Chaya
CARNAVAL
The local variant of Carnaval. Its name, derived from a Quechua word meaning 'to get
someone wet,' should give you an idea of what to expect. The musical style associated
with the festival is also called
chaya
.
