Same sex marriage in Argentina Posted by Cristian

Argentina Same Sex Marriage

Argentina Same Sex Marriage

Last wednesdey, 14th July Argentina Gay Marriage Law was aprroved. Come to Buenos Aires to celebrate with us! :)

El pasado miércoles 14 de julio se aprobó en el Senado argentino la Ley de Matrimonio Igualitario, que establece la igualdad ante la ley de parejas de distinto e igual sexo. La llamada ley de “matrimonio gay” fue aprobada luego de un encendido debate que opuso a partidarios del matrimonio gay y voceros de la Iglesia católica.

En la capital de Argentina, Buenos Aires, existe hace varios meses la ley de Unión Civil, que permite a parejas del mismo sexo legalizar de cierta forma su situación. Esta nueva ley, de alcance nacional, brinda ahora a las parejas del mismo sexo el mismo status legal que los matrimonios heterosexuales, incluyendo la posibilidad de adopción.

Ya en 2001 la discusión había sido iniciada en Holanda, cuando se aprobase la ley de matrimonio homosexual. Le siguieron Bélgica, Canadá y España. Hoy en día, son 10 los paises que aceptan y reconocen el matrimonio entre personas del mismo sexo, con el mismo status y los mismos derechos que las parejas heterosexuales.

La posibilidad de adopción ha generado encendidos debates. Muchos opositores a la ley de matrimonio para parejas del mismo sexo han demostrado su homofobia en este aspecto. La tolerancia, muchas veces, ha mostrado como límite la convivencia y el reconocimiento de la existencia de la pareja, pero negando el derecho a adoptar un niño. Dicen los detractores que estas parejas, si bien existen y son “toleradas”, son anormales e indeseables, en definitiva, por lo cual no es conveniente que un menor pueda crecer junto a ellas.

La sanción de esta ley no sólo a puesto a Argentina a la cabeza de los paises que luchan contra la discriminación homosexual sino que abre un camino de posibilidad y felicidad para los miembros de las comunidades locales. No sólo es Buenos Aires, la ciudad cosmopolita e históricamente avanzada en legislación, sino todo un país el que reconoce que las parejas del mismo sexo son, en esencia, iguales que las heterosexuales. Ahora los argentinos y argentinas tienen el camino libre para demostrarlo, ser felices y hacer historia.

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Argentina's bicentennial in Buenos Aires

The Argentina Bicentennial is a series of celebrations and observances celebrated on May 25, 2010, and throughout the year. They commemorated the 200th anniversary of the May Revolution, a sequence of historical events that led to the Viceroy Baltasar Hidalgo de Cisneros’ being ousted from office and replaced with the Primera Junta, the first national government.

Bicentennial celebrations began on Friday, May 21, in Buenos Aires, with millions of people in attendance, making it the biggest outdoor festivities Argentina has seen since it celebrated its return to democratic rule after seven years of military dictatorship in 1983

The 9 de Julio Avenue was closed to the traffic between Belgrano and Corrientes avenues during the festivity days, and was used to host the main celebrations.

Many artists sang new versions of patriotic hymns, there were a lot of exhibitions, lectures and courses.

Litto Nebbia acted as host in the concert of national rock bands, and performers included Fito Páez, León Gieco, Moris and Luis Alberto Spinetta. Also there was a concert of Latin American music, hosted by León Gieco and with the presence of Jaime Roos, Gilberto Gil, Víctor Heredia, Gustavo Santaolalla, Totó La Momposina, Mundo Alas and Pablo Milanés.

Plaza Catedral San Isidro

Plaza Catedral San Isidro

If you are coming to visit Buenos Aires you should read this post with the listed ferias (flea markets, street fairs) available for your shopping pleasure. Also read the part 1 and part 2 of this post ;)

Zona Norte

Vicente López
- “Paseo de la Costa”,  Vergara and el Rio. Saturday, Sunday and holidays 11am to 6pm. About 30 stands.  www.feriadelacosta.com.ar

Olivos/Vicente López
– “Puente de las Culturas”. About 15 stands.  Check web site for performances and tango classes  www.feriapuentedelasculturas.es.tl

San Isidro
– “Plaza Catedral San Isidro”. Saturday 10 to 9pm, Sundays and holidays 2pm to 9pm.  130 stands.
www.artesanos-sanisidro.com.ar

Puerto de Frutos

Puerto de Frutos

Acassuso
- “Paseo las Barrancas”, Díaz de Solís and Perú Thursday through Sunday and holidays 10am to 8pm

San Fernando
- “Feria de San Fernando”/”Plaza Mitre”, Constitución 900 Friday and Saturday 10am to 8pm.
www.sanfernando.gov.ar

Tigre
- “Puerto de Frutos”, Sarmiento and Córdoba
www.puertodefrutos-arg.com.ar

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If you are coming to visit Buenos Aires you should read this post with the listed ferias (flea markets, street fairs) available for your shopping pleasure. Also read the part 1 of this post ;)

Palermo

Plaza Serrano

Plaza Serrano

– “Paseo Palermo Viejo”, Malabia and Costa Rica. About 100 stands.  Specializing in clothing by independent designers as well as crafts.
www.paseopalermoviejo.com.ar

- “Plazoleta Santa Fe”/”Plaza Italia”, Santa Fe and Thames. 150 stands

- “Paseo Darwin”, Honduras and Juan B. Justo. 120 stands.  Art, design and cultural events
www.buenosaires.gov.ar

- “Plaza Cortazar”. Jorge Luis Borges and Honduras. About 100 stands
www.feriacortazar.com.ar

- “Feria de Diseño”/”Plaza Serrano”,  Serrano 1557. Clothing and accessories by independent designers. Wednesday thru Friday 2pm to 8pm, Saturday, Sunday and holidays 3pm to 9pm.

Belgrano
– “Feria Artesanal Belgrano”,  Av. Juramento and Cuba.  150 stands.
www.belgrarte.com.ar (the website has very limited info)

Caballito
- “Paseo Centenario”, Patricias Argentinas and Machado
- “Parque Rivadavia”/”Lezica”, Av. Rivadavia and RosarioBooks and used LPs/CDs, stamps and coins. Every day from 10am to 7pm.
www.republicadecaballito.com - www.parquerivadavia.8m.com -   www.ombudelrivadavia.com.ar

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If you are coming to visit Buenos Aires you should read this post with the listed ferias (flea markets, street fairs) available for your shopping pleasure.  Check with your concierge or with tourist information offices in case schedules and locations have changed when your visit ocurr.  We’ve listed the ferias in the city of Buenos Aires in order by neighborhood, followed by ferias in selected areas in Greater Buenos Aires.

Unless specifically noted in the description, all listed ferias take place Saturdays, Sundays and holidays from 11am to 8pm and feature typical flea market goods. Many also feature music and street performances.

Capital Federal


Feria de San Telmo

Feria de San Telmo

Montserrat
– “Paseo Manzana de Las Luces”, Perú and Alsina. Monday through Friday 10:30 to 7:30pm, Sunday 2pm to 7:30pm  Antiques and crafts.
www.manzanadelasluces.gov.ar
– Patio del Cabildo, Av. De Mayo and Bolivar. Thursday and Friday 11am to 6pm  About. 40 stands  www.patiodelcabildo.com.ar

San Telmo
- “Plaza Dorrego”/”Feria de San Telmo”, Humberto I and DefensaSundays (10am to 5pm).  Specializes in antiques. Also holds tango performances. 270 stands.
www.feriadesantelmo.com/menu.htm
- “Paseo Lezama”, Av. Brasil and Defensa. 150 stands.

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Gay Tango dance in Buenos Aires

Gay Tango dance in Buenos Aires

If you read this blog for first time that mean you don’t know where is Buenos Aires, what do you do there and where do you spend a worderful night. But if you read this blog since the last year you should know everything about the places to visit in your holidays in Buenos Aires. Ok, but don’t you think that you should learn a little more of argentine culture? If your answer is YES, that means you are ready to learn Spanish and Tango dance lessons, of course!!!

So if you want to speak spanish and dance Tango while you are in Buenos Aires, don’t  miss this opportunity check this fabulous package that includes seven nights accommodation with taxes and breakfast, Welcome cocktail & snack, Welcome package (SIM phone card, bus map and coins set, metro card and map, gay city map and memory gift), 20 hours of  intense professional Spanish lessons per week, 10 hours of Tango dance lessons per week, Walking City Tour around Buenos Aires and Coffee, tea, free use of nternet, Spanish learning materials (during the course).

One reason to learn Spanish:  you will be in a warm and funny place, with the possibility to make new friends and participate on different activities with your study group. Don’t  miss the opportunity to learn Spanish and tango dance in Buenos Aires!

New Year in Buenos Aires Posted by Cristian
New Year in Buenos Aires

New Year in Buenos Aires

The start of a new year is usually a time for resolutions to improve your life and health in the coming months. Try your best to stick to your goals. Go to Buenos Aires on holidays with your couple, friends or family to find the peaceful promised land you need to make 2010 the best year ever!

The Buenos Aires Gay Tourism staff wish you a very Happy and Healthy New Year!