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Experience Patagonia estancia culture<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

They were lurking in the landscapes – I knew they were there \u2013 but you seldom see them. Occasionally \u2013 among the flat golden grasses, you\u2019d see one on his horse, with his signature gaucho beret hat, quiet aura, and chiseled features. He had an eye on the cattle or sheep with the help of his working sheepdog on the ground, closely controlling the situation. The gauchos of Patagonia are in the shadows of the towering mountains, but they are a rich fabric of this landscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On a drive from Peurto Natales to Punta Arenas, we came across gauchos leading a herd of cattle across the road. We stopped and watched them slowly do their work. It reminded me of Mongolia and the nomadic families and herders<\/a>. The history around the gaucho\u2019s way of life is similar \u2013 the word gaucho is said to be derived from the Mapuche cauchu (“vagabond”) or from the Quechua huachu (“orphan”) – maybe this is why I was so fascinated by them – we sort of have something in common<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Near the end of my Patagonia travels<\/a>, I came down from the mountains and got a small taste of the Patagonia estancia (ranch land) and gaucho culture outside the town of El Calafate at the Hosteria El Galpon del Glaciar<\/a>. As we pulled up to the estancia, the sun was going down, and the red-roofed buildings had a soft, welcoming glow. I was excited to arrive in this \u2018farmland\u2019 of Patagonia \u2013 I have a love of wide open spaces that stems from my Midwestern upbringing. The Estancia was surrounded by a vibrant blue glacial lake, Lago Argentino, on one side and skirted by the Cordillera de Los Andes on the other. A picture-perfect setting on the way to Perito Moreno Glacier<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There were a number of ranch buildings, including a small hotel and restaurant, which provided guests a place to get away from the typical tourist activities around the area and simply relax and slow down in the openness of the estancia. This was just what I needed after hiking for days in El Chalten.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

El Galpon translates into \u201cthe barn\u201d or \u201cshearing shed,\u201d \u2013 so it came as no surprise that the main inhabitants of this estancia were sheep. The estancia was no longer a working ranch \u2013 but more of a restored relic of the old gaucho culture and wool trade. There were a number of activities in which guests could learn about the history of the area and see how the ranches operated and survived. Sheep roam around the ranch, and gauchos provide demonstrations of herding and shearing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

My favorite part of my stay at El Galpon del Glacier was the \u2018Flock Gathering\u2019 demonstrations that highlighted just how talented the Kelpie Dogs and Border Collies were. As a side note, one of my favorite all-time movies is Babe, which is why I have a fascination with sheep herding. The dogs moved the flock of sheep across bridges and around fences while the gaucho provided a few directions with subtle gestures \u2013 a beautiful, intimate communication. I even found time to go on a horse ride on the last day, topping off a wonderful, peaceful stay at the Estancia.<\/p>\n\n\n

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A sheepdog shows us how to ‘persuade’ the sheep!<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n
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A guacho from El Galpon de Glaciar<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n
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Sheep getting ready for a big ‘haircut’<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n
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Exposed! A sheep gets used to his ‘new skin’ after his annual shearing.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n
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Horses are prepared for a ride around the estancia<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n
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A bunch of daisies grace the farmland in Patagonia<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n
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A hearty, colorful flower stands out among the ranchland<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n
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A gaucho gives the ultimate haircut<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

Disclosure: Adventure Life hosted my Patagonia travels. However, all of the opinions expressed here are my own \u2013 as you know how I love to speak my mind!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n

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Then tango your sultry self over to my photo gallery.","parent":10,"count":14,"filter":"raw","cat_ID":1415,"category_count":14,"category_description":"<h2>Things to do in Argentina :<\/h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Spend some time appreciating the street art with a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.viator.com\/tours\/Buenos-Aires\/Small-Group-Buenos-Aires-Graffiti-Art-Tour\/d901-5727BAGRFT\">graffiti art tour<\/a> in Buenos Aires.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Learn about the tango culture in Buenos Aires with a visit to a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/blogs\/tango-dance-buenos-aires-milonga\/\">Milonga<\/a>.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.iguazuargentina.com\/en\/\">Iguazu Falls<\/a> \u2013 it may not be the biggest, the tallest or the most powerful, but it is the most impressive waterfall I\u2019ve seen.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Explore one of the oldest neighborhoods in Buenos Aires \u2013 San Telmo \u2013 with a food lover\u2019s <a href=\"http:\/\/www.parrillatour.com\">walking tour<\/a>. Empanadas, choripan sandwiches, provoletas and ice cream!<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2>Hotels in Argentina :<\/h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.hosteriaelpilar.com.ar\/\">El Pilar<\/a> is a great place to start your El Chalten hiking from and is run by two of the nicest people I met in all of Argentina.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Staying in a shared home can help combat road loneliness \u2013 especially for the solo traveler. At this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.airbnb.com\/rooms\/369935\">Airbnb home<\/a> in the Almagro neighborhood, I made some long-lasting friendships.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2>Food in Argentina :<\/h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Try out the official drink of Patagonia \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ottsworld.com\/?p=16013\">mate<\/a>. This herbal drink is ubiquitous and has many rules and rituals accompanying its consumption.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Enjoy dinner in a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.casasaltshaker.com\">puerto cerrados <\/a>\u2013 or \u201cclosed door\u201d \u2013 restaurant. 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