Tag: History

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

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The short story: La Boca

Famed Buenos Aires neighborhood La Boca is known for their colorful buildings, Boca Juniors stadium and rich immigrant history. A quick pass through on El Caminito may not be enough for the history buffs.

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Malbec, Glorious Malbec

When most people think of Argentine wine, it’s likely that the first thing they’ll think of is Malbec. Today this variety of wine is firmly

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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

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