Morning clouds from our cabin

Bariloche Day 5

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November 29th 2008
We got up and made a 2 hour drive south to the town of Bolson. The drive was through the mountains and we were wowed at every turn. Along the way we had a small scare. We were stopped at police checkpoint and had our car searched. It was really no big deal but a little stressful while it took place.When we reached Bolson we were a little disappointed. This was until we found the local flea market. ... read more

South America » Argentina » Río Negro » San Carlos de Bariloche

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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