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Published: January 9th 2007
Barrio La Recoleta
The pleasant patios of La Recoleta...Looking Back…
My four months spent in the Argentinean capital have been filled with amazing discoveries and numerous cultural shocks; throughout these hectic weeks, I have to admit that I developed a love-hate relationship with this dazzling South American metropolis!
The following sentences will provide you with a summary of my personal experiences and perceptions on this vibrant city. But, if I had to summarize Argentina in one sentence, it would have to be: “Everything is possible , but nothing is certain”!
I loved the gentlemen manners of male Argentineans…but I hated being whistled and talked to as a piece of meat!
I loved the charming custom of multiple dog walking…but I hated the omnipresence of the dogs’ byproducts on the sidewalk!
I loved the relaxed attitude of the porteños…but I hated it when nothing started on time including classes, movies, stores and restaurants opening!
I loved the delicious Argentinean wines…but I hated the fact that they always serve it very warm!
I loved the warm welcoming and “always ready to help” attitude of porteños…but I hated it when they tried to trick you the Argentinean way!
Despite this strong love-hate relationship with
Cementerio de La Recoleta
La ciudad de los muertos... Buenos Aires, I had an amazing experience as a Canadian expatriate in the Paris of South America! As I am currently travelling throughout Patagonia, I am looking back on my time in the Argentinean capital; before receiving an update on my adventure in the Patagonian region, I will send you my last memories of Buenos Aires...
Looking Back (1/5) Barrio La Recoleta and Feria de San Telmo
During our stay in Buenos Aires, we rented an apartment in the safe and quiet neighborhood of Barrio Norte located closely to La Recoleta. This last neighborhood is known for its high end stores and restaurants but especially for its notorious cemetery where rich and/or well-known individuals, from political leaders and military generals to historical figures, are buried in this cemetery. (Basically all the “street names” rest in this cemetery!). This impressive miniature city of the dead is blessed with outstanding architectural monuments…it is a true pleasure to walk in this calm and peaceful cemetery.
South to the downtown area, the neighborhood of San Telmo is the destination for tango bars and restaurants but especially its Sunday’s antique market and feria. You can walk hours throughout a multitude of booths
Cementerio de La Recoleta
This place possesses a strange beauty... filled with antiques (false or real!) while discussing with the merchants…another pleasant way to spend a Sunday in Buenos Aires!
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ove and Birte
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Dear Laurence ,We have enjoyed reading about all your adventures and your comments , about the different lifestiles you have seen . thank you for taking the time. love Birte and Ove