Background: 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 and interference in subsequent governments was followed by a military junta that took power in 1976. Democracy returned in 1983, and numerous elections since then have underscored Argentina's progress in democratic consolidation.
June 9th 2008South America » Argentina » Santa Fe » Santa Fe Neil:
After experiencing the stunning beauty of the Iguazu falls in northern Argentina our journey has taken us south towards Buenos Aires stopping via the cities of Santa Fe and Rosario. Before w ... 5 photos[full story]
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