Buenos Aires is the heart of Argentina, famous in Latin America for its culture and natural beauties. It combines tradition and modernism. And for its European influence in its architecture and the dressing style of its people, it is known as “the Paris of Latin America”. Why taking Spanish classes in Buenos Aires? Here, some of the reasons.
Buenos Aires: different styles, different people
Buenos Aires is huge and varied. It features a well-preserved, European-style architecture downtown and in its surroundings, such as Monserrat, San Telmo and Recoleta neighborhoods. But it’s also home of modern and trendy Puerto Madero. And other areas, like Palermo, Villa Crespo, Las Cañitas and Abasto, offer a great mix of tradition and modernism in an eclectic, attractive proposal. If taking Spanish classes in Buenos Aires at CUI, you’ll be studying in the very center of the city. This means you’ll be perfectly connected to all these different areas!
But not only architecture varies from one neighborhood to another. Different immigration waves have populated specific areas of the city. And we are today a melting pot! We have roots in Spain, Italy, Bolivia, Peru, Armenia, Germany, China, Colombia, Korea, Russia and Poland, among others. Our hospitality and multiculturalism is depicted in every corner of the city.
Vibrant cultural life and exquisite gastronomy in Buenos Aires
Tons of art galleries, theaters, exhibit halls, movie theaters, museums and book shops are proof of an intense cultural life in Buenos Aires. It features local and international artists performing, exhibiting or showing all year round. So students can always complement their Spanish classes in Buenos Aires with all types of cultural activities. And of course, these activities that can help them reinforce their language skills and imply a strong motivation to learn more.
Food also enjoys a wide variety of ethnic offer. Buenos Aires features fine, international-class restaurants and bars. They can be found in quarters such as Puerto Madero, Recoleta, Palermo Viejo, Las Cañitas, San Telmo and downtown, where visitors can taste some of the best beef, pasta, pizzas and wines in the world.
Our city is also famous for its nightlife, with hundreds of clubs, pubs and bars in different areas of the city. And you might already know Buenos Aires is also birthplace of “tango”, the sensual dance that has captivated the world. It’s common to hear this city never sleeps!
Buenos Aires is ready to welcome you!
This city has a long tradition as a tourist attraction. Therefore, it features excellent city tours, guided visits and one-day cultural activities of all types, well-preserved historical buildings and an economical, unified transportation system.
Taking Spanish classes in Buenos Aires is definitely an intensive and multicultural experience. And at CUI | Spanish Programs, we work to help students get to know the city and its people in a deep sense, through a genuine cultural immersion that we encourage along with the language learning process.