Fiestas Patrias: The colorful traditions in Chile on the 18th of September burst out alive to celebrate their independence from the Spanish Conquistadores. Are you ready for some tasty asado while watching the cueca dance? The 18th of September or the "Dieciocho" is, without a doubt, the most … Read More about Fiestas Patrias in Chile
Chilean Rodeo
Chilean Rodeo has a history reaching back over 400 years but was not recognized as a national sport until 1962 by the Chilean Olympic Committee (Comité Olímpico Chileno). Chilean rodeo’s history begins somewhere between the years of 1557 and 1561 when the first “huasos” (Chilean cowboys & horse … Read More about Chilean Rodeo
The “Other” Chilean, The Life of a Stray Dog in Chile
Chilean Street Dogs As I walked through the streets on the day I arrived in Santiago, Chile for the first time, snapping photos of the colorful street art and breathing in the cool October air, something unexpected happened. I noticed I was being followed. … Read More about The “Other” Chilean, The Life of a Stray Dog in Chile