Category: South America

Traditional Venezuelan Clothing

Traditional Venezuelan Clothing

Venezuela proudly holds six Miss Universe crowns, showcasing the nation’s deep connection to fashion and cultural expression. These achievements tell a deeper story embedded in traditional Venezuelan clothing. The rich heritage represents a nation of over 31 million people. Venezuelan…

Traditional Peruvian Clothing

Traditional Peruvian Clothing

Traditional Peruvian clothing tells a story that reaches way beyond simple fabric and thread. The vibrant colors and intricate designs reflect centuries of cultural heritage. Each garment shows evidence of the wearer’s background, where specific colors carry deep meanings –…

traditional colombian clothing

Traditional Colombian Clothing

Colombian traditional clothing paints a captivating story of the nation’s heritage in a variety of regions, from the towering Andes mountains to the balmy Caribbean coast. Each area’s unique attire mirrors its climate and embodies centuries of cultural influences that…

argentina clothing

Argentina Clothing

Argentina’s clothing tells a captivating story where indigenous traditions blend with modern urban sophistication. City dwellers tend to dress more formally than people in many other countries, while the countryside stays true to iconic gaucho style with traditional bombacha pants…

drinking age in argentina

Drinking Age in Argentina

Argentina sets its drinking age at 18, but a staggering 77% of teenagers drink alcohol before they turn 14. Only 14 countries across the globe maintain a legal drinking age of 21. Argentina’s laid-back attitude toward alcohol creates a unique…

A Peruvian Trip to Remember

Peru had been one of my bucket list countries since I was very young, having glanced at a magazine insert which presented the world’s Seven Wonders, I caught a glimpse of Machu Picchu and instantly decided that I wanted to…