Anca Juli or Ancajuli is a small town in the Tucumán Province in the department of Tafi Viejo in northern Argentina.

Anca Juli
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Country Argentina
ProvinceTucumán Province

Location

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Anca Juli is located 60 km northwest of the city of San Miguel de Tucumán.

Toponym

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There is a Cacán etymology attached to the meaning of Anca Juli which may be translated in that language as birthplace of eagles.

Geography

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It is surrounded by high mountains up to 5000 m on the eastern slopes of the Calchaquíes Summits. The small village is characterized by its large river (good for trout fishing) and varied wildlife that roams the river.

26°33′30″S 65°31′47″W / 26.55833°S 65.52972°W / -26.55833; -65.52972