1863 Jujuy earthquake

The 1863 Jujuy earthquake took place in the province of Jujuy, Argentina on 14 January at about 11:00 (UTC). It had an estimated magnitude of 6.4 and its epicenter was at , at a depth of about .
This earthquake had a felt intensity of VIII on the Mercalli intensity scale. Its magnitude and duration made it exceptionally destructive, causing damage to the cathedral, the "cabildo" (colonial government house) and precarious homes in San Salvador de Jujuy, the provincial capital.