Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina, is often called the “Paris of the South” because of its European-style architecture and cosmopolitan feel. The city is quite large and spread among several neighborhoods but the efficient Subte system and plentiful, cheap taxis make navigating easy.

Each of Buenos Aires´ neighborhoods has its own personality. There is lively, colorful La Boca, stately Recoleta, home to the above-ground cemetery where Evita is buried, trendy Palermo and bohemian San Telmo, home to many of the city´s tango halls and the location of a Sunday flea market. Watch the professionals at a theatrical dinner show, or learn from the locals at a milonga, a public dance hall like Confiteria Ideal. Stroll across Avenue 9 de Julio, the widest street in the world, find your Zen in the Japanese Tea Gardens, the largest outside of Japan, see an Opera at Teatro Colon, and learn about the country´s history at Casa Rosada and the National Congress.

The Argentina economy collapsed in the early 2000´s and since then the country has gained a reputation as a bargain destination. Prices has slowly risen over the years, but it´s still possible to enjoy all Buenos Aires has to offer on a very small budget. The country´s famous tender beef is served at most restaurants, along with the delicious Malbec wine grown in Mendoza, and it´s possible to have a decadent meal for two for under $50.

Links –
La Boca - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/La_Boca
Recoleta - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/La_Recoleta_Cemetery
San Telmo - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Feria_de_San_Telmo
Ideal - http://www.confiteriaideal.com/
Japanese gardens - http://www.jardinjapones.org.ar/portada.htm
Teatro Colon - http://www.teatrocolon.org.ar/site/index.php