Ex-president, Néstor Kirchner, who passed away October 27, 2010 was the latest in a long line of charismatic and single-minded leaders who have shaped Argentina’s history since independence. In the ragged history of Argentine politics, he was part of a phenomenon which remains constant amongst all the turmoil -– the figure of the all-powerful leader known […]
Archives for October 2010
Porteño Corner: Gibralter Bartender & Film Student, Walter Quintero
Walter Quintero Gibralter Bartender/Film Student Age: 33 San Cristóbal • How long have you worked at Gibralter Pub? I’ve been behind the bar for five months, but I’ve worked here for two and a half years— I used to work security at the door. • Do […]
Attractions in Puerto Madero
Puerto Madero is a nice neighborhood to lounge in one of many parks, ride a bike and perhaps dine on the waterfront, but it’s not distinguished for its abundance of touristic sights. There are a handful of attractions for sightseers, history buffs and art lovers in Puerto Madero though. On the east side of dock […]
The Resurrection and Boom of Puerto Madero
Spanning the limit from La Boca on its south side to Retiro on the north, Puerto Madero is one of the few neighborhoods in Buenos Aires in which to enjoy a glistening waterfront, even if — truth be told — it’s really just a causeway filled with brackish water from the River Plate. The […]
Puerto Madero: Buenos Aires’ Modern Waterfront Neighborhood
Puerto Madero is Buenos Aires’ ritzy prototype of modernity in a city otherwise beloved for its history. The city’s newest district, with its sleek high-rises, perfect sidewalks and well-equipped parks is considered one of the most successful urban waterfront restoration projects in the world. The long, narrow dockside neighborhood adorned by young urban professionals […]
