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When is the Best Time of the Year to Visit Argentina? The Ultimate Guide
Argentina is an extremely diverse country, geographically speaking, and so there really isn’t one perfect time of the year to visit. If you spend most of your time in the busy city of Buenos Aires,...
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5 Movies You Should Watch to Better Understand Argentina
If you’re learning Spanish or wanting to learn more about the culture of Argentina, movies are a great place to start! There have been some brilliant films to come out of Argentina in recent years,...
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The Story of the Welsh in Argentina
It’s no secret that most people in Argentina have some sort of European heritage, mostly from countries like Spain, Italy and Germany. It may come as a surprise though to hear that Argentina is also...
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Censorship and Repression: Music During Argentina's Years Under Military Dictatorship
Between the years 1976-1983, Argentina was under the control of a military dictatorship known as the Junta Militar. During these years, the government aimed to suppress all sources of opposition to the...
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The Obelisco of Buenos Aires: How it Came to be a Symbol of the City
Buenos Aires wouldn’t be Buenos Aires without its beloved Obelisco. Standing at 67 metres, it’s been an icon of Argentina’s capital for almost 88 years and has become a staging ground...
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Argentina's Years of Dictatorship: The Story of the Junta Militar
Argentina’s political landscape hasn’t exactly been one of the most stable over recent years. 40 years ago however, the story was much worse. Between 1976-1983, the people of Argentina were...
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Navigating Buenos Aires - How to Use the Subte
The Buenos Aires Subte is known for being the oldest subway network in Latin America, and one of the oldest in the world. Since the inauguration of the first line in 1913, the Subte has become not just...
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Why is Inflation So High in Argentina?
Argentina ended 2023 with an annual inflation rate of 211%. If this were to happen in the USA, it would mean that the pair of jeans you bought for $30 in January, would have ended up costing over $60 by...
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Is Argentina Safe for Tourists?
Without a doubt, Argentina is an amazing country to visit. From the snowy mountains of Patagonia to the busy streets of Buenos Aires, there’s plenty to keep you busy. Travelling anywhere though has...