Gauchos and Dogs

We are used to see gauchos with their horses, but guess what? Gauchos and dogs are best friends too! Not only are dogs great companions, they also help gauchos with livestock and other farming activities. One of the most common dog breeds is the Border Collie. This is the very same kind of dogs used...
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argentina mate drinking

Most Popular Species to Add to Argentinian Mate

As you know mate is a typical infusion in Argentina. So here are a few of the most popular species to add to Argentinian mate: Pennyroyal; Common to find in the mates of Santiago del Estero. Mint; It is digestive and counteracts gastrointestinal disorders. Peperina; Easy to find around the Sierras. ...
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gaucho

The Gaucho as a Symbol

There are several characteristics that one can define to identify a gaucho. One of them is by his clothing, the gaucho was dressed with “bombachas de campo”, wide pants to ride, poncho to keep warm from the cold, wool belt and another leather belt adorned with coins, high boots or espadr...
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