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Argentina Salta Mission
The Argentina Salta Mission serves in northern Argentina, where Spanish, mountain landscapes, and deep history shape daily life.
- Spanish
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2 Nephi 33:6 as it reads in the Book of Mormon for each language spoken here.
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About the mission
Spanish is the mission language and the main language spoken in the area.
At a glance
- Country
- Argentina
- Main city
- Salta, population 627,704 (2022 census)
- Time zone
- Argentina Time (UTC-3)
- Climate
- Subtropical highland climate, with warm summers, dry winters, and most rain from December through March
- Church in Argentina
- 491,160 members, 80 stakes, 732 congregations
- FamilySearch centers
- 194
A short history of the area
From 1816 to 1821, General Martín Miguel de Güemes led Salta and defended the area from Spanish forces coming from the north. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, immigrants from Italy, Spain, Britain, Syria, and Lebanon helped strengthen trade and agriculture.
The Church here
- 1923Wilhelm Friedrichs and Emil Hoppe, two German immigrants, began preaching the gospel in Buenos Aires.
- 1925Apostle Melvin J. Ballard dedicated South America for the preaching of the gospel in December and established the South American Mission.
- 1940sForeign missionaries were withdrawn from Argentina, and local members led the branches and mission organization.
- 1946Foreign missionaries returned to Argentina.
- 1950sA building program provided local meetinghouses and training opportunities for young men serving on building missions.
- 1959Missionaries were sent to Salta and Santiago del Estero as work expanded northward.
- 1966A stake was created in Buenos Aires.
- 1986The Buenos Aires Argentina Temple was dedicated.
- 2018A temple to be built in Salta was announced.
Temples nearby
Salta Argentina Temple
Dedicated June 16, 2024 · Near Salta
The Book of Mormon here
Missionaries in this mission share the Book of Mormon in these languages. Tap a cover to read it free.
Cover art is an illustration. Links open the free edition on ChurchofJesusChrist.org.
Before you go
Phrases to learn
- HolaHello
- ¿Cómo estás?How are you?
- GraciasThank you
- Por favorPlease
Foods to try
- Empanadas salteñas (small baked or fried turnovers filled with meat, potatoes, and other ingredients)
- Tamales salteños (corn-based parcels filled with meat and wrapped in corn husks)
- Humita (a savory corn dish made with fresh corn and spices)
- Locro (a hearty stew made with corn, beans, squash, and meat)
Fun facts
- Salta is often described as one of the most Spanish-looking cities in Argentina, with a strong resemblance to cities in Andalusia.
- The Museum of High Altitude Archaeology houses Inca artifacts, including the mummies of three Inca children.
- Salta hosted the 1990 Basketball World Cup, the 1994 Camel Trophy, the 2002 Volleyball World Cup, and the 2009 Hockey Champions Challenge.
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