Buenos Aires is a roller coaster of emotions—the jubilation of a World Cup victory, the sadness of tango music, and the frustration with the economic situation…
If you’re visiting the Argentine capital, buckle up and get ready for a wild ride.
This bustling capital city is home to over 15 million people and is a veritable melting pot of cultures.
Most people here have European origins, mainly from Spain and Italy. Buenos Aires also has one of the largest Jewish communities in the world, as well as a substantial Chinese population.
All of these cultures come together here under the blue and white flag of Argentina with the Sun of May in the middle—a reference to the day the sun poked through the clouds in May of 1810 at the start of the War of Independence.
I’ve had the pleasure of calling this fascinating South American capital city home this winter, and it’s been quite the experience.
It’s hard to put this place into words, but I’m going to do my best. Let’s start out by taking a closer look at the city’s name and many nicknames.
