Argentineans love to celebrate life at any time P.J. Hall Raiders Jersey , but if y the country during one of their many festivals, you're in for a special treat. Argentina celebrates all of the traditional Christian events such as Xmas and Easter, but also has some unique events of its own. Here's a roundup of three of the more intriguing Argentinean festivals.
Buenos Aires Tango Festival As befitting the birthplace of that sultry dance the tango, the Buenos Aires Tango Festival is an extravagant party organised by the Argentine ministry of culture since 1999. Held in late February to early March, the annual event attracts tango aficionados from all over the world. It's a dynamic week-long fiesta of dance and music that goes on long into the night in the clubs and cafes of the city. Many of the streets of the capital transformed into open air dance floors Kolton Miller Raiders Jersey , too, offering free shows for all. And you don't have to be just a spectator. You can join free basic tango classes for beginners or master classes if you're an experienced dancer.
Vendimia Wine is a great component of any festival, and if the festival is about wine, well, all the better. If you're in the Argentinean wine capital of Mendoza in March Donald Penn Raiders Jersey , you can join in the celebrations for the wine harvest festival called Vendimia. Actually the celebrations begin in January in the 18 departments that make up the province of Mendoza and then homes in on the provincial capital in March.
During the festival, the tree-lined streets and plazas of the capital witness folk dancing, sports events and of course lots of wine drinking. The most popular spot during the festival is the brilliantly-tiled Plaza Italia where you can buy wine by the glass and nibble on such delicacies as snails.