The Province of Buenos Aires has an ideal destination to enjoy gastronomic tourism as well as the history that surrounds it.
The Awnings It is a recognized destination of the Buenos Aires province for his gastronomic tourismThe capital city of the General Viamonte district offers the popular gouda cheese route, historical tours and a lot of tranquility. The serenity of the town and its proximity to CABA make it an excellent place to rest and get away from constant stress.
This Buenos Aires district is where Gouda cheese began to be produced in our country. This recipe was brought by the Doeswijk family in 1949 from Holland.They emigrated and worked in different fields until they saved enough to buy land in Los Toldos and started their business. The dairy product they produced, which became traditional in the area, is named after a town in the Doeswijk homeland.
The Dutch arrived at almost the same time as the Swiss ecclesiasticswho founded the Benedictine Monastery of Saint Mary of Los ToldosThey were 12 monks and two lay people who also worked in dairy farming. The Swiss natives produced milk in the monastery dairy to make cheeses following the recipe of the Dutch settlers. They also made flavoured versions with peppers and different herbs.
What activities can I do in Los Toldos, Province of Buenos Aires?
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The route of the Cheese Route involves several rural factories where you can taste their exquisite products, learn how their products are made and buy their dairy products and local merchandise. In addition, you will learn about the history of the town and the joint work between the Dutch and Swiss monks at the beginning of the Buenos Aires district.
Los Toldos is also recognized for its handcrafted fabricsThese are the result of the Mapuche roots of the town. Their looms are known throughout the world and ponchos, sashes, ruanas, carpets and paths are made. In addition, the Kawin Mapuche festival is celebrated in December to learn more about their culture.
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Another historical point of the town is the Eva Peron House MuseumThis is where the political figure spent her childhood. This institution houses a collection of personal and family objects related to the co-founder of Peronism. There you can see the letter that Juan Domingo Perón sent her while he was detained on Martín García Island, among other things.
How to get to Los Toldos, Province of Buenos Aires
The General Viamonte header only It is located 300 kilometers from the Autonomous City of Buenos AiresTo reach our destination, you have to take the 25 de Mayo Highway, connect with National Route 7, then turn onto Provincial Route 65 until you reach Los Toldos.
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