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Life in Quilmes

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August 11th 2014
I'm feeling fairly settled into my new life in Quilmes. On Friday I had classes with the older students which is much more interesting as we are able to converse effectively in English. They were occasionally asking quite pressing questions though, for example one boy demanded to know my verdict on the Falklands which was a bit awkward. Gaby then showed me how to use the bus so I can come home fro ... read more

South America » Argentina » Buenos Aires » Quilmes

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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