Argentine OpenPolo was introduced to Argentina by the British and
has become a major national sport. Argentina is home to the world's
best players, most of whom travel to England or the US in the
winter to earn their living and return to Buenos Aires to compete
in the most gruelling tournament of the year, the Argentine Open.
The teams - which are often dominated by the big polo families of
the Heguys, Merlos and Pieres - play a series of eight-chukka
matches to a packed crowd at the Palermo stadium. For more
information contact the Buenos Aires Tourist Information Centre on
(0)11 4372 3612.Tango FestivalThe sultry tango was born in Buenos Aires, and is
celebrated in the city in fine style for six days and nights during
the annual Tango Festival. Visitors and locals, experts and
beginners, all swirl and twirl in legendary Corrientes Avenue and
the numerous 'milonga portena' dance salons. There are
demonstrations, free lessons and plenty of music performed in
concerts by soloists and orchestras.Buenos Aires International Jazz FestivalFor the avid jazz fan, the Buenos Aires International
Jazz Festival is a must if visiting the city. Taking place at the
ND Aneneo cultural space, the festival has included musicians such
as saxophonist James Moody, the Terence Blanchard Quintet, the
Cuban pianist Gonzalo Rubalcaba and the local porteño favourite,
the trumpeter Roberto 'Fats' Fernández.International Rural ExhibitionThis exhibition of livestock, agriculture and industry
at the Rural gives an interesting insight into the international
agricultural market. Activities, such as cattle competitions, take
place in the courtyard throughout the day. Agriculture and
livestock have always been important Argentinean industries and
were responsible for a large part of the country's financial growth
in the past few centuries.arteBAThe highly successful contemporary art fair arteBA is
held every year at La Rural exhibition centre in Buenos Aires.
National and international art galleries come together to offer
contemporary art works to roving collectors and visitors. There is
also an agenda of talks and open debates throughout the five
days.Vinos y Bodegas Wine ExhibitionRepresentatives from more than 100 of the country's
wineries (bodegas) gather together under one roof and the public
can sip and swill to their hearts' content. The Vinos y Bodegas
Wine Exhibition is held at La Rural exhibition centre. Vino
Express, organised by the Argentinean Association of Sommeliers, is
a circuit of different stands where visitors can find out about
specific wine regions, soils and terrains, grape cultivation and
tasting techniques. Cooking demonstrations provide a timely and
very welcome pause for digestion.Buenos Aires Book FairThe Buenos Aires Book Fair is an eagerly awaited
annual event in the Argentine capital. More than a million people
head for this three-week event at the La Rural exhibition complex
where each year special lectures are run. In the past they have
covered the history of jazz, workshops on scriptwriting and the
history of Argentine art, all given by leading professors and
lecturers. Alongside the events for specialists and publishing
professionals, there are exhibitions and book sales of literature
in all languages, educational activities including discussion
forums, roundtables, book readings, presentations and signings,
courses, workshops and activities for children and adolescents, all
of which are divided into international and national
sections.International Guitar FestivalThe International Guitar Festival brings some of the
best guitar prodigies to Buenos Aires for a weekend of classical,
flamenco, and traditional guitar playing. The festival started back
in 1994 and since then more than 200,000 people have attended the
festival which has seen hundreds of musicians from scores of
countries. The free and open display of guitar skills is a
prestigious and well-known event in Buenos Aires.
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