Evita: The Legacy of Eva Perón

Argentina has faced a long history of political unrest from rights being denied to both citizens and non-citizens, with peronism being one of Argentina’s most well-known time periods of civil turmoil.

During World War II, Juan Perón was elected as President of Argentina, making his second wife Eva Perón the First Lady. Together, remembering their modest grassroots, they promised their country they would work hard to serve the poor. Many elitists despised Eva’s affinity to the destitute, but the masses loved her. She was a passionate leader who was completely devoted to the low-income and working class Argentines and championed women’s suffrage.

Eva quickly declined in health after being diagnosed with cervical cancer and died at the age of 33. Argentina outwardly mourned the death of its spiritual leader for days.

A long Argentine history

Today, this long history of resistance and fighting for political rights is deeply embedded in the nation’s morale. Eva will forever be celebrated as an Argentine hero. Standing united, Argentina prides itself on humble beginnings, but also shows forth rich architecture, vibrant art scenes and a prosperous culture.

Top places to travel

For many reasons, Argentina has become one of the top places to travel to in the world. The Four Seasons Hotel in Buenos Aires was ranked sixth best hotel in the world by Travel & Leisure magazine in 2013, and in Bariloche, you’ll be residing mountainside at the luxurious Hotel Llao Llao.