Pool of water on Perito Moreno

Hiking on the Perito Moreno Glacier

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October 12th 2010
When we arrived in El Calafate, it was windy and rainy the entire day. Which was fine considering we scheduled one day to get things organized before we head out for 2 days of intense all-day hikes. But having to do 2 days of 12 hour long hikes in the rain, snow and wind would have taken all of the enjoyment out of this part of the trip. But once again we got lucky and we woke up the next mornin ... read more

South America » Argentina » Santa Cruz » Perito Moreno Glacier

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Following independence from Spain in 1816, Argentina experienced periods of internal political conflict between conservatives and liberals and between civilian and military factions. After World War II, a long period of Peronist authoritarian rule an... ... read more