El Gaucho Fierro
The date we celebrate Tradition Day in Argentina.
November 10th
Argentina’s most famous caffeine-rich drink, shared using a metal straw
Mate
The world-famous, dramatic dance born in the neighborhoods of Buenos Aires.
Tango
The Argentine football legend who wore the number 10 and led the team to win the 1986 World Cup.
Diego Armando Maradona
The symbol located right in the center of the Argentine flag
Sol de Mayo
The Argentine poet and politician who wrote the famous book El Martín Fierro.
Jose Hernandez
Savory pastries filled with meat, ham and cheese, or vegetables, usually baked or fried.
Empanadas
A traditional folklore dance where dancers clap their hands and stamp their feet (zapateo).
Chacarera - Zamba
A very popular and strategic card game where players use secret facial signs to communicate with their partner.
Truco
The total number of provinces that make up Argentina (excluding CABA)
Twenty three
The piece of clothing worn around the neck or shoulders, often used by gauchos to keep warm.
poncho
The famous sweet, sticky milk caramel used to fill alfajores
Dulce de leche
The main musical instrument used to play folklore songs around a campfire.
Guitar
The exact minute in the 2022 World Cup final when Dibu Martínez made his legendary save against Kolo Muani.
Minute 123
The highest mountain peak in Argentina and the entire American continent
Aconcagua
Traditional gaucho shoes made of canvas with a rope sole.
Alpargatas
A sweet fried pastry that Argentines traditionally eat on rainy days alongside mate.
Tortas Fritas
The dance style that includes boleadoras and fast footwork, often performed by gauchos.
Malambo
Argentina’s official national sport (not football!), played on horseback.
Pato
The vast, flat grasslands in the center of Argentina where gauchos traditionally herd cattle.
La Pampa
This loud, high-pitched shout or cry is a typical expression of joy in folklore music, especially in Corrientes.
Sapucay
A traditional, thick stew made of corn, beans, meat, and chorizo, typically eaten on national holidays.
Locro
Name three traditional musical instruments used in Argentine folklore (besides the guitar).
bombo legüero, the bandoneón, and the quena/siku
The name of the massive music festival born in Córdoba that celebrates rock, pop, and urban music every summer.
Cosquin Rock
The name of the beautiful pink building in Buenos Aires where the President works.
Casa Rosada / The Pink House