Cordoba is Argentina's second largest city after Buenos Aires and is the most important city in the central
area of the country. Founded in 1573, Cordoba boasts a university that was founded by the Jesuits in 1622. It is one
of the oldest and most prestigious universities in all of Latin America. Geographically, Cordoba is located right in
the center of Argentina, in a scenic area between the mountains and the plains. Although there has been much development
and modernization in Cordoba in recent years, there are still expansive areas with historically significant buildings
and locations, as well as great colonial era architecture. Some of the famous historic buildings in Cordoba include
"El Cabildo", the 17th century Town Hall and Jesuit Iglesia de la Compañía, which is the oldest church
in Argentina - dating back to 1622. Cordoba is well known throughout this region of Argentina as a great center for
cultural activities and nightlife. Because Cordoba is a modern city with a lot of history to offer and is also an
excellent base for exploring the nearby Andes, the city is a popular location for conventions and language schools.
The climate in Cordoba is generally
very mild and humid in the spring. Summer weather is hot with daily thunderstorms. Fall is drier than the spring and
summer seasons, though it remains quite warm. Winter is the driest season in Cordoba, and is much cooler.
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