Gauchos increasingly got more respect due to the fact that they made noble strides in Argentina’s military in the early 1800s. They were passionate about keeping Argentina free from Spanish rule, mainly because they wanted to defend their own lifestyle. Due to the gauchos’ dedication to fighting on behalf of Argentina, gradually they began to […]

When you study Spanish in Argentina, you may have the opportunity to visit an estancia, or ranch. On these ranches, you can find where gauchos live and work. The word gaucho means “cowboy” and actually comes from a Quecha word “huachu” meaning vagabond and/or orphan. Traditionally, these men raised cattle in Argentina, Uruguay and Brazil. […]

Nature and technology collide at Iguazu Falls, one of the most popular tourist destinations in South America. The falls are located on the Iguazu River, which forms the border between Brazil and Argentina. On a visit to the falls, you can observe both wild, crashing, cataracts of water and a modern engineering marvel–the Itaipu hydroelectric […]

Yerba Mate, the national drink of Argentina, has a rich history dating back to PreColumbian times. According to Guaraní legend, the first yerba plant was given to an old man by the Goddesses of the Moon and the Cloud, as a reward for protecting them from a jaguar. Even since then, yerba mate has been […]

There are plenty of amazing things to do and sights to see in Argentina. If you find yourself studying Spanish in Mendoza, consider a day trip to the Puente del Inca. This popular tourist attraction comes with the typical roadside market stands hawking all kinds of souvenirs, as well as some truly unique features. The […]