Northwest of Buenos Aires, in the Central Sierras of Argentina, is this lively university city dating back to 1573. Far enough off the beaten track to avoid accidental tourists from the capital, or travellers spilling over from Chile and Bolivia, Cordoba can wallow in the knowledge that it's big enough to merit a visit in itself, small enough for any visitor to negotiate, and central enough to offer access to the stunning Argentinean scenery that postcards are made of. Besides its two universities and impressive colonial past - or even because of this, you could probably argue - it is also an important industrial base and a thriving, modern city with a flourishing centre for shopping and an active nightlife. Something for everyone then, it seems… More about Cordoba Compare Spanish courses in Argentina
