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La Candelaria, Salta, Argentina – Argentina Flag

Current Date And Time In La Candelaria, Argentina

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
07:21:13 ART
State: Salta
Currency: Argentine Peso (ARS)
Timezone: UTC -03:00 (ART)
District: La Candelaria

🗺 Map of La Candelaria, Salta, Argentina – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of La Candelaria, a city in Salta, Argentina, located in South America. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for La Candelaria — all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, streets and urban structure of La Candelaria.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into South America • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Argentina operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of La Candelaria, Salta

📍 LATITUDE
26.127°
South (S)
📍 LONGITUDE
65.051°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)26.1273° S65.0513° W
Signed Decimal Degrees-26.1273-65.0513
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)26° 7' 38" S65° 3' 5" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)26° 7.6404' S65° 3.0792' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in La Candelaria Today

🔥 SUNRISE
07:49 AM
🌅 SUNSET
07:00 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
11h 10m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:25 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from La Candelaria’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 La Candelaria’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
2,908 km
(1,807 mi) • La Candelaria is in the southern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
6,502 km
(4,040 mi) • La Candelaria is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
26.127° N, 114.949° E
The point exactly opposite La Candelaria through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from La Candelaria, you'd surface nearest to Shunfeng, China, about 11 km from the exact antipodal point — most of the Earth's surface opposite any given point is open ocean, so an exact land match is rare.

📊 Geographic Profile of La Candelaria

📍 Location Details

CityLa Candelaria
StateSalta (Provincia de Salta)
CountryArgentina
ContinentSouth America
DistrictLa Candelaria
Time Zone-03:00

📈 Area & Population

Elevation1,006 m / 3,301 ft
GPS (DD)-26.1273, -65.0513

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of La Candelaria

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Salta
Parent Country: Argentina

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from La Candelaria to each nearby city, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 60 km/h. Use this data for delivery routing, courier zoning and last-mile logistics planning around Salta.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Rosario de la FronteraSaltaN37 km23 mi~37m🗺 View
San José de MetánSaltaN71 km44 mi~1h 11m🗺 View
GuachipasSaltaNW81 km51 mi~1h 21m🗺 View
La ViñaSaltaNW90 km56 mi~1h 30m🗺 View
San CarlosSaltaW91 km57 mi~1h 31m🗺 View
El GalpónSaltaNE92 km57 mi~1h 32m🗺 View

Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between city centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and traffic conditions.
Some cities listed above (particularly those on islands or across large water bodies) may not be reachable by direct road — ferry or air travel may be required for those destinations.

🚗 Distance from La Candelaria to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Salta
151 km (94 mi)
N of La Candelaria • ~2h 31m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Buenos Aires
1,140 km (708 mi)
SE of La Candelaria • ~18h 60m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Salta

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Salta, the home state of La Candelaria, along with each city's aerial distance from Salta, Salta's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Salta-24.8065° S-65.42° W1,054 m0 km🗺 View Map
San Ramón de la Nueva Orán-23.1371° S-64.3243° W358 m216 km🗺 View Map
Tartagal-22.5168° S-63.8056° W467 m303 km🗺 View Map
Profesor Salvador Mazza-22.049° S-63.6908° W602 m354 km🗺 View Map
Embarcación-23.21° S-64.0997° W292 m222 km🗺 View Map
General Mosconi-22.5962° S-63.811° W453 m295 km🗺 View Map
Joaquín V. González-25.1136° S-64.1263° W380 m135 km🗺 View Map
Cafayate-26.0729° S-65.9777° W1,625 m152 km🗺 View Map
El Quebrachal-25.2833° S-64.0667° W355 m146 km🗺 View Map
El Carril-25.0719° S-65.493° W1,259 m30 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Teniente Benjamín Matienzo International Airport
IATA: TUC
79 km (49 mi) from La Candelaria
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🌍 La Candelaria Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of La Candelaria Matter

The exact GPS location of La Candelaria gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Salta. These coordinates power satellite-based navigation, geofencing for local delivery fleets, sales territory boundaries and proximity checks for a new store or branch opening. All three coordinate formats — DD, DMS and DDM — are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Salta state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for La Candelaria Mapping

Decimal Degrees (DD) is the standard format used across web mapping APIs and dispatch software. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) shows up in surveying records, printed maps and older GPS hardware still used by field crews. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is the go-to format for marine and aviation navigation. All three formats for La Candelaria are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for La Candelaria

The satellite view of La Candelaria lets you check street layout, building density, land use and access roads before committing to a decision. Real estate teams use it to scout plots and assess neighborhood growth. Field service and utility crews use it to plan site visits, coverage zones and installation routes ahead of time. › View the full Argentina map

🌎 Regional Position of La Candelaria in Salta

La Candelaria sits within Salta, Argentina, in the South America region. Its position relative to other cities shapes trade flow, transport access and local market reach. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports territory planning, competitor proximity analysis and coverage-gap research. › Explore nearby cities

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with La Candelaria Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of La Candelaria for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The city center provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Salta. › Browse every city in Salta

💻 Using La Candelaria Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for La Candelaria in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and location-based dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in Argentina. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use La Candelaria Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of La Candelaria directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Nearby CitiesUse the nearby cities tool to find every town and city close to La Candelaria. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Salta CitiesAccess the full city directory for Salta ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About La Candelaria Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of La Candelaria?

The GPS coordinates of La Candelaria are latitude -26.1273° and longitude -65.0513°. In directional format: 26.1273° S, 65.0513° W. These coordinates mark the center of La Candelaria in Salta and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is La Candelaria located?

La Candelaria is a city in Salta, Argentina, on the continent of South America. It falls within La Candelaria. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of La Candelaria?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, La Candelaria sits at: Latitude 26° 7' 38" S and Longitude 65° 3' 5" W. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

🗺 How can I view La Candelaria on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of La Candelaria is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -26.1273, -65.0513 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate La Candelaria in Salta. For broader context, explore the Salta state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to La Candelaria?

The nearest airport to La Candelaria is Teniente Benjamín Matienzo International Airport (TUC), roughly 79 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is La Candelaria from Salta?

La Candelaria is approximately 151 km (94 mi) from Salta, the capital of Salta, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Salta.

⛰️ What is the elevation of La Candelaria?

La Candelaria sits at an elevation of approximately 1,006 meters (3,301 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Salta.

🗺 Which cities are closest to La Candelaria?

The closest cities to La Candelaria include Rosario de la Frontera, San José de Metán, Guachipas. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in La Candelaria today?

Today in La Candelaria, sunrise is at 07:49 AM and sunset is at 07:00 PM, giving a day length of 11h 10m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from La Candelaria's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is La Candelaria from the Equator?

La Candelaria is approximately 2,908 km (1,807 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 6,502 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.

🌐 What is on the exact opposite side of the Earth from La Candelaria?

The antipodal point of La Candelaria — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Shunfeng, China, roughly 11 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named city.

🚗 How far is La Candelaria from Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina?

La Candelaria is approximately 1,140 km (708 mi) SE of Buenos Aires, the national capital of Argentina, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.