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Buenos Aires: a week in the Argentine capital PART I

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What can we say about Buenos Aires? The capital of Argentina is one of the most important cities in all of South America, it is much more than the largest city in the country. Buenos Aires is very different from the rest

Inca Trail in Quebrada de Las Conchas

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The road to Cafayate through the Quebrada de Las Conchas is one of the most important tourist attractions of our province. The majesty of its polychrome landscape, the interesting geological and cultural history

Gastronomy at Mar del Plata

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In Mar del Plata, the gastronomic sector has a wide variety of options for tourists and for local visitors who want a getaway near the coast.

Best free tour in Buenos Aires, guided tours neighborhood by neighborhood

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A comfortable and simple way to get to know the capital of Argentina without going crazy with maps and itineraries. We will make a neighborhood by neighborhood tour thanks to the best free tours in Buenos Aires. Get ready to walk!

The varieties of the Argentinean milanesa

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If we were to apply this formula, we would be lost, dozens of hands would be raised to claim the Milanese's paternity. Spaniards, Italians, Austrians, Hungarians and French consider their parental rights as their own. Although it is true that the name adopted for this dish takes us to Milan, there is also no certainty that this is her place of birth.

What to see in El Chaltén in 3 days - routes for mountaineers and hikers

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Wanting to see one of the most impressive mountain destinations in the world? Here you have everything you need. Hiking routes for all levels and physical forms, viewpoints, excursions, and a thousand plans and places to see and do in El Chaltén.

Regional curiosities of the Argentinean cuisine

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Argentina is one of the largest countries in South America, after Brazil. It is made up of different provinces with their own identity and which, according to their geographical location, make up different regions with their respective traditional recipes.

The importance of mate in the Argentine culture

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The Argentine mate is an infusion based on a plant called ilex paraguaiensis. This plant was used by the Guarani people before the arrival of the Spanish in our territory. These tribes used to drink the infusion in a very particular way.

What to see in Argentina

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Buenos Aires: emblematic city full of history and art, formed by a mixture of neighbourhoods with different personalities.

The Valley Of The Moon In San Juan

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In the province of San Juan, located in the center-west of Argentina, we find a unique place due to its paleontological richness: the Ischigualasto Provincial Park, better known as Valle de la Luna (Moon Valley)

Tips For Travelling To Argentina

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Argentina is a huge country where one life is not enough to travel from north to south or to visit its wonderful landscapes and cities. Fortunately, we received a series of recommendations and advice for travelling to Argentina that made our days in the country tremendously enjoyable.

The Iguazu Falls - the Argentine side

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The Iguazu Falls are one of these beauties that are unique and everyone wants to see them sometime in their life they are one of the 7 natural wonders of the world. While you are there you will not be able to stop taking pictures

European influence on Argentine food

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During the whole 19th century, Argentina was outlining its economic profile and this was done according to the requirements of world trade. After independence in 1816 from the Spanish monarchy, Argentina began to receive a strong commercial, political and economic influence from the British Empire.

The origin of the famous Argentine minutes

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There is not an exhaustive definition of the dishes that should be considered minutes, but there is a common characteristic that defines them. They are dishes made up of the simplest and most popular Argentine foods.

How to Travel from Buenos Aires to Iguazu Falls

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The first thing we need to do when talking about how to get from Buenos Aires to Iguazu Falls is set the scene and describe exactly where the falls are.

Buenos Aires: a week in the Argentine capital PART II

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The Italian influence on Argentine cuisine

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Argentina is one of the countries with the largest territorial extension in South America. It is also known for being the country where the great Italian immigration arose, thus influencing the Argentine culture and, of course, its cuisine.

The world in Argentinean cuisine

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Unlike the rest of Latin American cuisine, Argentinean cuisine is the least influenced by the pre-Hispanic cultures that dominated America before the arrival of the conquistadors. Of course there are some exceptions, in the north of Argentina there is still a strong influence on the most typical dishes, from the Inca cuisine.

Wine, a tradition at the Argentinean table

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When the conquerors arrived in America, one of the expeditions left from Peru and descended along what today is the Republic of Chile, crossed the Andes towards the east and reached the lands that today make up the Province of Mendoza.

The true taste of the Argentinean roast

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What makes the Argentinean roast so famous? To answer this question, we have to do a bit of history and go back 300 years in time. The first people to give an account of the existence of the asado were the Jesuit priests, back in the early 18th century.

Dulce de leche, a very Argentinean tradition

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Many have tried to dispel the myth that dulce de leche is an Argentinean invention. Some scholars in the field, argue that already in the colony was known a product of similar characteristics that came to the area of which - next to the Andes - from Chile.

Argentinian Pionono, sweet or salty

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How was the original pioneer born? It was in Spain where the history of this pastry dish began. It was conceived back in 1897 and its original version consists of a sponge cake well moistened in some sweet syrup, then rolled up and then its crown toasted. For whoever developed this dish, it seemed to resemble the silhouette of Pope Pius IX, hence the name.

A walk through the different cheeses produced in Argentina

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Since the arrival of the conquistadors in America, the production of cows in Argentina did not stop growing, it seemed that the cows flourished as fast as the grass. However, this limited the diet of the inhabitants of these lands to a disproportionate consumption of meat, the rest of the sub products of the cattle were for export, we are talking about leather, the bait and the antlers.

Get to know Quebrada de Humahuaca: its history, places, and inhabitants

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In the province of Jujuy, we find one of our most precious jewels: Quebrada de Humahuaca. A unique place where incredible landscapes are concentrated traces witness of human evolution through millenniums

Interesting Facts about Argentina

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From seeing the melancholy streets of Buenos Aires, taking a stroll down Florida pedestrian street, visiting the Ateneo, one of the world's most magnificent bookstores, to visiting the local clothing stores in Santa Fe to experience the taste of Argentine designers.

Top 10 best romantic places in Argentina

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Enjoy unforgettable places with your partner.

How to travel in Argentina: tips and safety

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Argentina is a land full of contrasts, with different climates, altitudes, and landscapes, which make it one of the most incredible countries in South America.

Bucket List for Argentina Holidays

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Argentina stands out for being one of the most geographically diverse countries, containing from vast deserts and urban centers to mountains covered by glaciers.

Christmas Traditions in Argentina

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Argentina is preparing to receive an unconventional Christmas in a pandemic framework, with a series of habits and traditions of its own and others not so much, where family value and Christmas Eve dinner play a very important role.

Best wineries to experience in Argentina

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When we talk about Argentina, its mandatory to mention the quality of its wines. These places not only provide high quality wine, they also allow you to live unforgettable experiences, admiring architecture and tasting gastronomy.

Tourism after quarantine in Argentina

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Nerves, routine changes, daily problems, sleep disorders were aggravated by the quarantine in the country. To keep stress levels under control, the ideal

Government tourism reactivation program in Argentina

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Refund of 50% of the expenses in tourist reservations for 2021. This credit coupon can be used in national tourist services only and will be implemented from a pre-loaded debit card that will

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Buenos Aires: a week in the Argentine capital PART I

Inca Trail in Quebrada de Las Conchas

Gastronomy at Mar del Plata

Best free tour in Buenos Aires, guided tours neighborhood by neighborhood

The varieties of the Argentinean milanesa

What to see in El Chaltén in 3 days - routes for mountaineers and hikers

Regional curiosities of the Argentinean cuisine

The importance of mate in the Argentine culture

What to see in Argentina

The Valley Of The Moon In San Juan

Tips For Travelling To Argentina

The Iguazu Falls - the Argentine side

European influence on Argentine food

The origin of the famous Argentine minutes

How to Travel from Buenos Aires to Iguazu Falls

Buenos Aires: a week in the Argentine capital PART II

The Italian influence on Argentine cuisine

The world in Argentinean cuisine

Wine, a tradition at the Argentinean table

The true taste of the Argentinean roast

Dulce de leche, a very Argentinean tradition

Argentinian Pionono, sweet or salty

A walk through the different cheeses produced in Argentina

Get to know Quebrada de Humahuaca: its history, places, and inhabitants

Interesting Facts about Argentina

Top 10 best romantic places in Argentina

How to travel in Argentina: tips and safety

Bucket List for Argentina Holidays

Christmas Traditions in Argentina

Best wineries to experience in Argentina

Tourism after quarantine in Argentina

Government tourism reactivation program in Argentina

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