Ischigualasto
Argentina, San Juan
Ischigualasto
About Ischigualasto
Ischigualasto Provincial Park, also known as Valle de la Luna (Valley of the Moon), is one of the world's most important paleontological sites, containing the most complete sequence of Triassic Period fossils on Earth. The park's otherworldly clay and sandstone formations have been eroded into bizarre rounded shapes by wind and rain. Together with Talampaya, it forms a UNESCO World Heritage Site protecting fossils from the dawn of the dinosaur age.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Ischigualasto located?
Ischigualasto is located in San Juan, Argentina at coordinates -30.163, -67.843.
How do I get to Ischigualasto?
To get to Ischigualasto, the nearest city is San Agustín de Valle Fértil (80 km).
How large is Ischigualasto?
Ischigualasto covers approximately 603.7 square kilometers (233 square miles).
When was Ischigualasto established?
Ischigualasto was established in 1971.