Palacio Duhau is a palace that was built for the Duhau family by a French architect in 1934. The palace features 23 fully restored apartments that are decorated with authentic old items such as paintings, sculptures and household items that were brought by the owner from different parts of the world. There is a wonderful private garden near the hotel. This garden was made by the same designer who created the famous …
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6. Tips in restaurants and bars are included to the total sum of the bill. You may want to reward a waiter with an additional sum; usually visitors leave around 5 - 10% of the bill, but this should be done only after the waiter brings change.
7. Travellers, who want to bring gifts and souvenirs to their Argentine friends, will need to keep receipts for all goods. The same should be done if you …
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If you love ground activities more than air ones, then take a bike and go explore the city! In Buenos Aires, you will also find various biking services and tours, and we highly advise you to try the BA Bikes. First of all, they offer amazing tours that will show you the best places this city is hiding. You will find the BA Bikes on the street, called San Jose 525. Here you can rent the bike and necessary gear, and …
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Prestigious Claridge Hotel has been welcoming its guests since 1946. The hotel’s design is a wonderful example of the classic English style. Upon entering the hotel, it’s quite hard to understand whether you’ve entered a hotel or an exclusive English club. Halls decorated in the Tudor style, antique furniture and accessories, items of the Victorian period – the hotel is an oasis of luxury and …
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Many know that tango is considered one of the main culture symbols of Buenos Aires, but not all travelers are aware of the best way to get acquainted with this dance. Everyone who is fond of dancing in general and of tango, in particular, is recommended to visit Plaza Dorrego. This is a true dancing heart of the capital, where visitors can simultaneously enjoy the most delicious delicacies, best Argentinian wine and …
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Here in Buenos Aires, residents celebrate nationwide dates and various Catholic holidays. The holiday of Christmas is one of the favorites. This is a time when you stay with your relatives and family. The festive table is traditionally decorated with the main course - beef or a pig, which can be fried or grilled. The main dish is complemented by different sweets including nuts, dried fruits, and chocolate. Here is …
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Nature and parks of Argentina
The animal world is diverse as well. In Argentina, there are unique endemic species that are not present in other regions of the world. These are such animals as pampas deer, pampas cat, spectacled bear, and Magellan dog. Many representatives of local fauna are exotic and do not live in Europe: armadillo, monkey, skunk, alpaca, jaguar, puma, lama, flamingo, hummingbird, and more. Local tropical forests are home to exotic insects as well. Deforestation and import or plants and animals that are not typical for this part of the world ruin the unique nature of Argentina. Many species become endangered. In order to preserve the unique ecosystem, flora, and fauna, there are national parks in different parts of the country. Hunting and building are prohibited in these areas.
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