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Argentine Independence Day

By | July 3, 2020 | Comments Off on Argentine Independence Day

Keep hearing the words ’25 de Mayo’ or ‘9 de Julio’ in Buenos Aires? We explain the significance of these dates. Marking Argentina’s first official steps towards nationhood, Día de Revolucíon de Mayo is now a day for locro, folklore, and decorative blue and white rosettes. This holiday celebrates the events of the days leading up to […]

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The Bandoneón, tango’s breath of life

By | December 22, 2009 | Comments Off on The Bandoneón, tango’s breath of life

The bandoneón being played as a part of a tango orchestra

Experiencing the bandoneón for the first time was a defining moment in my understanding of tango. Like many newcomers to Argentina and the tango scene, at first glance I recognized this contraption as an accordion. Yet there was something pressing the back of my mind: I had never been so captivated, so enchanted by an […]

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El tango entre las cuerdas (Tango between the Guitar Strings)

By | December 3, 2009 | Comments Off on El tango entre las cuerdas (Tango between the Guitar Strings)

Although it might not be part of the cliched images used to symbolize “el tango,” the guitar is a fixture on postcards of the history of this genre. Even though the cast-iron streetlight upon which the “guapo” leans is more famous, the 6 strings of the guitar are the foundation of the “dos por cuatro” […]

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Who’s the guy on the horse?

By | August 25, 2009 | Comments Off on Who’s the guy on the horse?

Statues featuring horses are a common hallmark of Buenos Aires. But what is the story behind these magnificent equestrian monuments? Any visitor to Buenos Aires arrives with a number of questions.  Where am I?  Where am I going? Which subte line should I take? How much is the peso worth today?  Was that really Spanish […]

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Teatro Colón: The short story

By | July 12, 2009 | Comments Off on Teatro Colón: The short story

Rivaling Milan’s La Scala and New York’s Metropolitan Opera House, el Teatro Colón is one of the best-known opera houses in the world for its acoustic clarity and architectural sophistication. But like many of Buenos Aires’s other iconic structures, the Teatro Colón was built upon the historical foundations of Buenos Aires, just as the city […]

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The History of Tango in Buenos Aires

By | June 5, 2009 | Comments Off on The History of Tango in Buenos Aires

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The real deal on one of Argentina’s most iconic exports: The Tango Q: What do you get when you cross African beats, Spanish flamenco, prostitutes and cocaine? A: Tango, baby, tango! Buenos Aires dances to the rhythm of a passionate, serious and macho tango. In many ways tango has made this city a hotbed of […]

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5 Best Museums in Buenos Aires

By | May 26, 2009 | Comments Off on 5 Best Museums in Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires has a rich history which you can explore in the numerous museums dispersed throughout the city. Whether you’re in Buenos Aires for the long haul, or just a quick visit, these museums are a must! 1. Museo de Arte Decorativo This museum is the former palace of a Chilean diplomat, Matías Errazuriz, who […]