A Fresh Perspective on Travel Every Day
Buenos Aires is a sprawling cultural hub with an enormous amount of established museums and galleries to visit. However, there are a plethora of distinctive, often smaller, places to glean knowledge of the city and its culture that may not appear on many “top 10” lists. Here are some locations that, although obscure for many, are worth a visit for their illustrative character and idiosyncrasy.
Francis Ford Coppola found creative inspiration in the energy of Buenos Aires. Antoine de Saint-Exupéry appreciated Argentina’s mountains from an aerial perspective. From the snow-capped Andes and the far-flung reaches of Tierra del Fuego to the rushing waterfalls of Iguazu, Argentina’s landscapes have provided inspiration for generations of artists, writers, musicians, and filmmakers.
With stunning architecture, fashion, and a booming culinary scene, Buenos Aires is a city that should be on your radar.
Colonia Del Sacramento is a quaint little town in Uruguay that is easy to visit by driving from Montevideo. Moreover, it can be explored on a day trip via ferry from Buenos Aires, Argentina.
In a country that loves beef, it is no surprise that you’ll find plenty of Argentinian stores selling leather goods! Few countries in the world offer the selection of leather available in Argentina. If you’re on the lookout for quality, well-designed leather items, particularly women’s shoes, accessories, and handbags, you cannot beat the wonderful selection in the capital city of Buenos Aires.