Ana Astri-O’Reilly
Ana Astri-O’Reilly is a fully bilingual travel blogger and writer originally from Argentina. She has published travel and food articles in a variety of outlets and is active on social media platforms. You can read her musings, memories, and other writing here.
Articles by Ana Astri-O’Reilly
Historic San Telmo, the Beating Heart of Buenos Aires
By Ana Astri-O’ReillyWith its cobbled streets, wrought iron balconies, and eclectic architecture, San Telmo is Buenos Aires’ oldest and most historic neighborhood. And, although it is the smallest one with an area of half a square mile, it is packed with fascinating local history and culture.
Central and South America Off the Beaten Path History
Pulperías: Where the gauchos gathered
By Ana Astri-O’ReillyImagine spending days, even weeks, in the vast plains with only your horse and your loyal dog for company. Herding cattle during the day, sipping mate next to the campfire at night. The need for human interaction will be met at the nearest pulpería, although near and far are relative terms in the … Read more
Central and South America Adventure Off the Beaten Path Food & Drink
Spanish Heritage in Buenos Aires: Avenida de Mayo
By Ana Astri-O’ReillyWhen Buenos Aires became the capital of Argentina in 1880, the mayor, Torcuato de Alvear, decided to modernize the city in order to leave its Spanish colonial past behind. People of his generation and social class – the upper crust— venerated European powerhouses like England and France and looked down … Read more
Central and South America History
A Visit to the Marrakech Medina
By Ana Astri-O’ReillyThe reddish-pink ramparts around the Marrakech medina enclose a thousand years of history. The Almoravids, a confederation of Berber tribes, conquered North Africa and Muslim Spain in the 11th and 12th centuries and established Marrakech as their capital. The new city became a thriving political and economic center, as well … Read more
Africa Architecture The Arts