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Polo

Argentine polo is widely acknowledged as being the best in the world. Polo was introduced to Argentina by English farmers at the end of the 19th century and was quickly adopted by the locals. Argentine polo players are famous the world over and Argentine horses are highly sought after for their quality, speed and resistance.

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The Palermo Open, the most important polo championship in the world, takes place between November and December in Buenos Aires. The final is considered to be one of Argentina’s biggest sporting and social events and subsequently attracts famous faces and large crowds. 

 

For those looking to learn to play or improve their polo during their stay in Argentina, there are various options. A number of companies, estancias and hotels organise polo holidays and polo clinics for riders of all levels. In the province of Buenos Aires, less than two hours by car from the city, polo can be played in the areas of Cañuelas, Lobos, Open Door and Pilar, to name just a few. There are also established polo clubs in the Lake District, Cordoba and the North West.
 

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  • Before polo, the gauchos used to play “pato”. Pato was similar to polo and played on horseback but instead of a ball, a leather basket, containing a live duck was used.
  • Handmade leather saddles and polo accessories feature at the top of most riders’ shopping lists when they visit Argentina.
  • Tickets to the Polo Open sell out every year. Book far in advance, through your tour operator.

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