History and Culture
Buenos Aires is a city steeped in history and with a vibrant culture. Find out about what makes this city the amazing place that it is.
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A quick guide to Buenos Aires tango joints, no matter the day of the week!
February 9, 2010
Not an accordion, this instrument breathes life into tango's musical arrangement and ensures it slow and seductive pace.
December 22, 2009
Within this, our first bilingual article, Diego Carlisky poetically explains the importance of the guitar to tango musical arrangements.
December 3, 2009
A living icon, and perpetual memory, the Madres of the Plaza de Mayo have been, are, and will continue to be the leading force in the fight against the injustices of the Dirty War (1976-1983).
November 30, 2009
All about Buenos Aires History and Culture
Argentine Independence Day | |
| Keep hearing the words '25 de Mayo' in Buenos Aires? We explain the significance of this date | |
BA Basics: Tango | |
| A quick guide to the history of tango in Buenos Aires. | |
El tango entre las cuerdas (Tango between the Guitar Strings) | |
| Within this, our first bilingual article, Diego Carlisky poetically explains the importance of the guitar to tango musical arrangements. | |
Exceptions to Argentine Stereotypes | |
| An Argentine explains why so many stereotypes of her people are so far from the truth. | |
Hallelujah- A Sunday in Tierra Santa | |
| Disneyland, Six Flags, Universal Studios. All are household names in their own right. Step aside and make way for a new contender: Sacred Ground in Buenos Aires. | |
 | Maradona, a God Among Men |
| The concept of a living God is generally unusual - not so in Argentina. Maradona is truly a living deity among men for Argentines. Sam Ginsburg explains all. | |
| | Museums Worth The Sobriety |
| A useful guide to the museums of Buenos Aires | |
Plaza Mía! The Plaza de Mayo | |
| An account of the history of Plaza de Mayo - One of Argentina's most famous landmarks. | |
Rock y la Nena | |
| Everything you need to know about one of Argentina's funniest comedians and icon of Pop Culture: Peter Capusotto | |
The (very) long walk home, an educational journey | |
| Roaming the streets is a popular pastime in Buenos Aires. But one rarely stops to ponder the namesakes of the very streets one treads upon. | |
The Bandoneón, tango’s breath of life | |
| Not an accordion, this instrument breathes life into tango's musical arrangement and ensures it slow and seductive pace. | |
| | The History of Tango |
| The real deal on one of Argentina's most iconic exports: The Tango | |
The short story: Casa Rosada | |
| As far as buildings in Buenos Aires go they don't get much for iconic than the Casa Rosada. Discover the story behind this famous landmark. | |
The short story: La Boca | |
| Probably the most famous neighborhood in Buenos Aires, La Boca has a colorful history. Kristin Dean gives a brief overview. | |
The short story: Teatro Colón | |
| One of the most iconic buildings in Buenos Aires, the Teatro Colón has a rich history. Kristin Dead summarizes... | |
Who’s the guy on the horse? | |
| Statues featuring horses are a common feature in Buenos Aires. But what is the story behind these magnificent equestrian monuments? | |
Photo Essays
Historical and Cultural Sites in Buenos Aires
