Monthly Archives: November 2014

The Absence of Trust

Posted on November 30, 2014 by noruegaenargentina

When I was in university, I took a few classes in Italian history and loved every single one. Some of the books I read then I still come back to, and of one of them is Edward Banfield’s seminal work … Continue reading →

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Abierto Argentino de Polo 2014 – The Argentine Open

Posted on November 25, 2014 by noruegaenargentina

The world’s best polo tournament is well underway, and I enjoyed the first two weekends of games (there are games both Saturdays and Sundays, but I have just been going Sundays.) This weekend it will be decided who goes to … Continue reading →

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Jacarandas

Posted on November 9, 2014 by noruegaenargentina

I first encountered Jacaranda trees in Guatemala many years ago, and I find them amazingly beautiful. The color is so gorgeous! In Argentina, they are quite common and Buenos Aires in the spring is filled with them – it is … Continue reading →

Posted in Buenos Aires, Daily life, Travel | 8 Comments

Two Years in Argentina!

Posted on November 5, 2014 by noruegaenargentina

Wow, this is crazy! Today I have now been living in Argentina for two years! Last year I wrote this nice post about my one year anniversary and now it is time for a recap of year two! I like … Continue reading →

Posted in Buenos Aires, Campo, Daily life, Norsk i Argentina, Noruega en Argentina, Personal | 8 Comments

La Feria de Mataderos

Posted on November 3, 2014 by noruegaenargentina

One of the nicest ways to spend a tourist Sunday in Buenos Aires is visiting the Feria de Mataderos, a beautiful fair that takes place in the city but celebrates traditional country culture and traditions. Mataderos is a neighborhood in … Continue reading →