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ALSO FROM TREES HANGS THE BITTERNESS OF THE DUEL – Renée Ferrer de Arréllaga: When echo of the birds has turned the colour of ash.

Abandonment, in the flickering line of the silence. Sometimes, looking back on our most beautiful journeys, among the most precious memories appear those related to the aromas, flavors and colors of what we had eaten. This is why it is important to choose where and what to eat during your holiday. While you’re in Asuncion, remember that restaurant Tierra Colorada …

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THE EXCEPTIONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF SOCIAL REALISM – Olga Blinder: To promote the development of creativity in education.

Incisions close to abstraction, and more painting that is introspective. Visiting Paraguay, obviously you know things you must do in Asuncion. Its national beverage, Tereré, it is an infusion of yerba mate with cold water. You can rent all the necessary equipment and enjoy a Paraguayan experience and a leisurely afternoon. If you prefer get a bite to eat, Lido …

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BIG COUNTRY, WITH A LOT OF TALENTS – Travel into Argentine creativity, combination of many cultures, such its tango.

Do not forget: they only live with salt tastes; that is it. After our travel to Uruguay http://meetingbenches.com/2019/02/where-sound-of-candombe-is-integral-to-urban-landscapes-uruguayan-authors-travel-starting-punta-del -este-and-until-tacuarembo /, our basket of memories will be enriched with something new: a particularly original music selection, an art book by a painter who has made art history, a collection of poems, bombacha and alpargata, at least a minimalist dress by a …

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A VANGUARD DESIGN, WITH SOUTH AMERICAN SOUL – Nous, a rebel brand coming from Argentina.

The next green fashion talent. They are pushing forward dynamic concepts outside of industry hubs. Young creatives in Buenos Aires, continue to churn out impressive collections through the same progressive lenses as vanguard design darlings.Yes, Argentina have become a hotbed of radical fashion talent brands, including NOUS ETUDIONS (a vanguard design with South American soul), a trailblazer when it comes …

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HYPNOTIC AND GORGEOUS MUSICAL TAPESTRIES – Juana Molina: The one-time Queen of Latin chill.

The most experimental musician in Argentina. Whether you are just making a day of it, in Buenos Aires there are best places to start gift hunting. Every Sunday (except in February), Feria de Mataderos http://feriademataderos.com.ar/?lang=en, is the stand for you. Here, you can find over 700 souvenir stands with folklore rings, traditional dancing, food and workshops on gaucho life. Keep …

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MANIPULATION, MEMORY AND METAMORPHOSIS – Silvina Ocampo: Writing brutal stuff, but you will find yourself wanting to read more.

Dark issues poems and short stories always are not light reading. Visiting Buenos Aires, maybe also your olfactives spotlight shines on homegrown ingredients from across the country of steak. You too can step through its wooden doors and come face to face with all sizes of steaks sizzling on the indoor parrilla. Don Julio http://www.parrilladonjulio.com/, it is Buenos Aires’ mecca …

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WHEN THE HORSES HAD FOUR FRAMES TO THE AIR – Florencio Molina Campos, the artist who claimed to have painted what he saw.

He painted because he liked to paint. Among best places to stay in Buenos Aires, we suggest Poetry Building https://poetrybuilding.com/, gorgeous studios and one-bedroom apartments. Each one is decorated with reproduction antique furniture. Some apartments have a private outdoor balcony or patio (but there is also a beautiful common terrace with soaking pool). Best of all is the rooftop vegetable …

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WHERE SOUND OF CANDOMBE IS INTEGRAL TO URBAN LANDSCAPES – Uruguayan “author’s travel”, starting Punta Del Este and until Tacuarembó.

When a country’s lifestyle is also a consequence of its wounds. Our journey through Uruguayan creativity begins on the Atlantic Ocean. The most beautiful seaside resort in South America? Famous people (such as the singer Shakira), here they are at home, because the place has become a real South American “Saint Tropez”. Discovered recently by cha loves the beautiful sea, …

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WELL-KEPT SECRET PLACES – Uruguay, its special places and creative people.

To get some nice fun in the sun, on a beach away from your sadness. The most beautiful seaside resort in South America? Famous people (such as the singer Shakira), here they are at home, because the place has become a real South American “Saint Tropez”. Discovered recently by cha loves the beautiful sea, Punta Del Este, https://www.welcomeuruguay.com/puntadeleste/index_i.html, has confirmed …

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WHY HIDE YOURSELF, IF NO ONE WANTS TO SEE YOU? – Sebastián Teysera: The admirer of Bob Dylan, Extremoduro, The Clash.

To become lead singer of rock band. It is a vibrant city, full of cafés and bookshops. Here, you can experience the “old town” with its restaurants. Do not forget: Uruguayan cuisine on offer makes Montevideo a great foodie destination. Entering a tiny pastry shop and café in the Pocitos neighborhood, you will discover Doña Inés Dulces Tentaciones http://tusdulcestentaciones.wix.com/dona-ines and …

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