Culture & Lifestyle
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November 5 2013Gauchos in Argentina: Cowboys of the Pampas
The gaucho, or Argentine cowboy, is one of the most renowned cultural icons in Argentina, for it represents the Argentinian ideals of freedom and independence and is a symbol of national tradition. Although gauchos in Argentina occupy various different parts...
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October 8 2013
The Wine in Salta: Tasting Wines of Altitude
Most people think of wine in Argentina and conjure up images of rich, tasty Malbecs from the Mendoza region, which are often accompanied by a juicy steak (mmm). However, whereas these are of course delicious, it should be taken into...
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September 2 2013
Things You Should Know about Salta
The Salta province of Argentina’s Northwest corner is one of the most spectacular regions in the country. The diversity in the magnificent landscape is striking; here you can find giant striated red rock formations, sweeping river valleys, wild jungle, and...
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August 20 2013
Bariloche: A gay-friendly destination in Argentina
It is estimated that a total of 30 percent of foreign gay tourists visit Argentina every year and Bariloche, nicknamed the “Queen of Patagonia”, is rapidly being recognised as a top gay-friendly destination in Argentina, for this scenic Patagonian city...
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July 30 2013
Patagonian Wine: Painting Patagonia Red and White
Argentines are big lovers of their local asado, as we have seen in our previous BsAs4U post. But an Argentine asado can’t reach its perfection without a good wine, and as we know, this beautiful country’s inhabitants are experts in the...
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July 25 2013
Asado Porteño: Meat as you have never tasted it
Buenos Aires has a lot of treasures to offer its visitors, as has been covered in the large number of posts we have written for BsAs4U over the years. Tango, dulce de leche, alfajores, a great hospitality, and generosity; all these...
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July 2 2013
Things to Do in Mendoza City
Considered the most important city in Argentina’s Cuyo region, Mendoza is the capital of the province of the same name. Founded in 1561, this city is the proud hometown of the celebrated General Jose San Martin, who declared the independence of...
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May 8 2013
Top 5 Locations Along Argentina's Route 40
Starting at Puna in the province of Jujuy and ending at the southernmost continental tip in Cape Virgenes, Argentina's Route 40 gives access to 20 nature reserves and national Parks, crosses 18 major rivers, connects 27 Andean Passes and is as...
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April 29 2013
In the footsteps of Pope Francis - Cordoba’s Jesuit Missions
Ever since Pope Francis’ election to the papacy, lots of global attention has turned to his birthplace of Argentina, which has a rich religious history throughout the country. In Tilde, for example, the 14 Stations of the Cross are displayed year...
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April 15 2013
Argentina's World Heritage Sites
Did you know that Argentina is the host for a variety of natural and cultural UNESCO listed World Heritage sites? From amazing landscapes to riveting ancient structures, from getting lost in the passion of the tango and being inspired by...
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February 27 2013
Guide to Live Music in Buenos Aires
Music is a big part of Buenos Aires culture. Strolling along Buenos Aires’ central shopping streets, where Carlos Gardel, the Gotan Project and Astor Piazzolla blast out of the loudspeakers on the entrance to the music shops, you might be forgiven...
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February 21 2013
Best Art Museums in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires is a city with plenty of activities on offer for culture buffs. Art lovers travelling to Buenos Aires won’t be disappointed, as the Argentine Capital has over the last few decades, become ever more present on the world’s arts and...
