Bariloche

Bariloche

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January 27th 2009
Set in the lake district bariloche seemed more like a swiss ski village than an argentinian town. The surrounding area was scattered in lakes and mountains with great hikes, bike rides and loads more. We spent my birthday here once again stuffing our faces with more steak and a few drinks in the hostel bar. We also went on a great walk through the forest and along side the fantastic lakes which to ... 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