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James Williams

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Today is the day for the (much delayed) Argentina post! Last October I packed all my things into a storage unit in Squamish and set off solo for South America. I spent three months in Buenos Aires and one month in Bariloche (Northern Patagonia).

Buenos Aires

The view from my apartment in Palermo Soho.
The view from my apartment in Palermo Soho.
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Camera Model Name iPhone 14 Pro
Lens Model iPhone 14 Pro back camera 6.86mm f/1.78
Exposure Time 1/1812
ƒ Number 1.8
ISO 80
Focal Length 6.9 mm
GPS Position 34.589175 S, 58.420356 W ⤴︎
GPS Altitude 18.3 m Above Sea Level
Image Size 4032x3024
File Size 10 MB
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Plaza Lavalle (realizing I'm in Paris with palm trees).
Plaza Lavalle (realizing I'm in Paris with palm trees).
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Camera Model Name iPhone 14 Pro
Lens Model iPhone 14 Pro back camera 9mm f/2.8
Exposure Time 1/622
ƒ Number 2.8
ISO 32
Focal Length 9.0 mm
GPS Position 34.601444 S, 58.384947 W ⤴︎
GPS Altitude 23.5 m Above Sea Level
Image Size 4032x3024
File Size 16 MB
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The west edge of Plaza de Mayo.
The west edge of Plaza de Mayo.
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Camera Model Name iPhone 14 Pro
Lens Model iPhone 14 Pro back camera 6.86mm f/1.78
Exposure Time 1/751
ƒ Number 1.8
ISO 64
Focal Length 6.9 mm
GPS Position 34.608739 S, 58.373231 W ⤴︎
GPS Altitude 25.3 m Above Sea Level
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File Size 10 MB
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The Obelisco in the distance. I had some nice light for this one.
The Obelisco in the distance. I had some nice light for this one.
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Camera Model Name iPhone 14 Pro
Lens Model iPhone 14 Pro back camera 6.86mm f/1.78
Exposure Time 1/3876
ƒ Number 1.8
ISO 64
Focal Length 6.9 mm
GPS Position 34.608072 S, 58.373406 W ⤴︎
GPS Altitude 24.5 m Above Sea Level
Image Size 4032x3024
File Size 8.9 MB
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Floralis Genérica. A gift to the city from Argentine architect Eduardo Catalano in 2002. The petals close at night and open again in the morning.
Floralis Genérica. A gift to the city from Argentine architect Eduardo Catalano in 2002. The petals close at night and open again in the morning.
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Camera Model Name iPhone 14 Pro
Lens Model iPhone 14 Pro back camera 9mm f/2.8
Exposure Time 1/986
ƒ Number 2.8
ISO 32
Focal Length 9.0 mm
GPS Position 34.581897 S, 58.394806 W ⤴︎
GPS Altitude 12.1 m Above Sea Level
Image Size 4032x3024
File Size 11 MB
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The Faculty of Law building at University of Buenos Aires. They don't make'em like they used to.
The Faculty of Law building at University of Buenos Aires. They don't make'em like they used to.
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Camera Model Name iPhone 14 Pro
Lens Model iPhone 14 Pro back camera 6.86mm f/1.78
Exposure Time 1/5263
ƒ Number 1.8
ISO 80
Focal Length 6.9 mm
GPS Position 34.583761 S, 58.391192 W ⤴︎
GPS Altitude 11.7 m Above Sea Level
Image Size 4032x3024
File Size 12 MB
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A cool photo of a wall in a club taken at an unholy hour.
A cool photo of a wall in a club taken at an unholy hour.
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Camera Model Name iPhone 14 Pro
Lens Model iPhone 14 Pro back camera 6.86mm f/1.78
Exposure Time 1/41
ƒ Number 1.8
ISO 1000
Focal Length 6.9 mm
GPS Position 34.598869 S, 58.422044 W ⤴︎
GPS Altitude 19.1 m Above Sea Level
Image Size 4032x3024
File Size 13 MB
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Ciudad Cultural Konex—an amazing live music venue.
Ciudad Cultural Konex—an amazing live music venue.
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Camera Model Name iPhone 14 Pro
Lens Model iPhone 14 Pro back camera 6.86mm f/1.78
Exposure Time 1/50
ƒ Number 1.8
ISO 400
Focal Length 6.9 mm
GPS Position 34.606289 S, 58.410497 W ⤴︎
GPS Altitude 27.6 m Above Sea Level
Image Size 2978x3970
File Size 11 MB
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The church down the street from my apartment in Palermo Soho.
The church down the street from my apartment in Palermo Soho.
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Camera Model Name iPhone 14 Pro
Lens Model iPhone 14 Pro back camera 6.86mm f/1.78
Exposure Time 1/172
ƒ Number 1.8
ISO 64
Focal Length 6.9 mm
GPS Position 34.589619 S, 58.416664 W ⤴︎
GPS Altitude 17.3 m Above Sea Level
Image Size 3954x2966
File Size 9.3 MB
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The street art in Palermo's narrow alleyways is incredible.
The street art in Palermo's narrow alleyways is incredible.
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Camera Model Name iPhone 14 Pro
Lens Model iPhone 14 Pro back camera 6.86mm f/1.78
Exposure Time 1/797
ƒ Number 1.8
ISO 80
Focal Length 6.9 mm
GPS Position 34.588047 S, 58.430214 W ⤴︎
GPS Altitude 10.5 m Above Sea Level
Image Size 3024x4032
File Size 15 MB
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You can do a walking tour just to see all the murals on the walls in Soho.
You can do a walking tour just to see all the murals on the walls in Soho.
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Camera Model Name iPhone 14 Pro
Lens Model iPhone 14 Pro back camera 6.86mm f/1.78
Exposure Time 1/231
ƒ Number 1.8
ISO 64
Focal Length 6.9 mm
GPS Position 34.588097 S, 58.430072 W ⤴︎
GPS Altitude 10.4 m Above Sea Level
Image Size 3024x4032
File Size 14 MB
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And of course, the third coming of Christ is omnipresent.
And of course, the third coming of Christ is omnipresent.
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Camera Model Name iPhone 14 Pro
Lens Model iPhone 14 Pro back camera 6.86mm f/1.78
Exposure Time 1/538
ƒ Number 1.8
ISO 64
Focal Length 6.9 mm
GPS Position 34.587778 S, 58.425628 W ⤴︎
GPS Altitude 10.7 m Above Sea Level
Image Size 4018x3014
File Size 8.8 MB
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Edificio Kavanagh. This was the tallest tower in Latin America when it was built in 1936.
Edificio Kavanagh. This was the tallest tower in Latin America when it was built in 1936.
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Camera Model Name iPhone 14 Pro
Lens Model iPhone 14 Pro back camera 6.86mm f/1.78
Exposure Time 1/5525
ƒ Number 1.8
ISO 80
Focal Length 6.9 mm
GPS Position 34.593583 S, 58.375339 W ⤴︎
GPS Altitude 14.4 m Above Sea Level
Image Size 3024x4032
File Size 13 MB
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Palacio Libertad. Another cultural center and outwardly my favourite building in the city. Probably inwardly as well, however I didn't realize that this was a cultural center and not a government facility until I was researching this post. It was formerly the central post office, which is why it says 'Secretaría de Comunicaciones' on the side.
Palacio Libertad. Another cultural center and outwardly my favourite building in the city. Probably inwardly as well, however I didn't realize that this was a cultural center and not a government facility until I was researching this post. It was formerly the central post office, which is why it says 'Secretaría de Comunicaciones' on the side.
Make Apple
Camera Model Name iPhone 14 Pro
Lens Model iPhone 14 Pro back camera 9mm f/2.8
Exposure Time 1/354
ƒ Number 2.8
ISO 32
Focal Length 9.0 mm
GPS Position 34.606478 S, 58.369731 W ⤴︎
GPS Altitude 16.3 m Above Sea Level
Image Size 3986x2988
File Size 10 MB
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Riot barricades surrounding Casa Rosada, the presidential palace. No explanation necessary.
Riot barricades surrounding Casa Rosada, the presidential palace. No explanation necessary.
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Camera Model Name iPhone 14 Pro
Lens Model iPhone 14 Pro back camera 6.86mm f/1.78
Exposure Time 1/2809
ƒ Number 1.8
ISO 64
Focal Length 6.9 mm
GPS Position 34.608714 S, 58.371617 W ⤴︎
GPS Altitude 24.3 m Above Sea Level
Image Size 4032x3024
File Size 11 MB
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A public hospital.
A public hospital.
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Camera Model Name iPhone 14 Pro
Lens Model iPhone 14 Pro back camera 6.86mm f/1.78
Exposure Time 1/7092
ƒ Number 1.8
ISO 64
Focal Length 6.9 mm
GPS Position 34.599408 S, 58.397831 W ⤴︎
GPS Altitude 24.6 m Above Sea Level
Image Size 4032x3024
File Size 8.6 MB
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More incredible street art on a bar in Palermo.
More incredible street art on a bar in Palermo.
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Camera Model Name iPhone 14 Pro
Lens Model iPhone 14 Pro back camera 6.86mm f/1.78
Exposure Time 1/1667
ƒ Number 1.8
ISO 64
Focal Length 6.9 mm
GPS Position 34.593958 S, 58.424244 W ⤴︎
GPS Altitude 13.7 m Above Sea Level
Image Size 4032x3024
File Size 14 MB
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The blue collar neighbourhood of Boca.
The blue collar neighbourhood of Boca.
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Camera Model Name iPhone 14 Pro
Lens Model iPhone 14 Pro back camera 9mm f/2.8
Exposure Time 1/1107
ƒ Number 2.8
ISO 32
Focal Length 9.0 mm
GPS Position 34.639725 S, 58.361364 W ⤴︎
GPS Altitude 7.4 m Above Sea Level
Image Size 4032x3024
File Size 11 MB
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El Caminito (the little walk) in Boca is known for it's colourful buildings.
El Caminito (the little walk) in Boca is known for it's colourful buildings.
Make Apple
Camera Model Name iPhone 14 Pro
Lens Model iPhone 14 Pro back camera 6.86mm f/1.78
Exposure Time 1/521
ƒ Number 1.8
ISO 80
Focal Length 6.9 mm
GPS Position 34.639381 S, 58.362975 W ⤴︎
GPS Altitude 10.6 m Above Sea Level
Image Size 4032x3024
File Size 12 MB
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La Bombonera. I was fortunate to explore this area on game day. I didn't go to the match but I joined in the tailgate. Many Fernets were consumed.
La Bombonera. I was fortunate to explore this area on game day. I didn't go to the match but I joined in the tailgate. Many Fernets were consumed.
Make Apple
Camera Model Name iPhone 14 Pro
Lens Model iPhone 14 Pro back camera 9mm f/2.8
Exposure Time 1/163
ƒ Number 2.8
ISO 25
Focal Length 9.0 mm
GPS Position 34.638369 S, 58.364183 W ⤴︎
GPS Altitude 9.6 m Above Sea Level
Image Size 4032x3024
File Size 16 MB
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There's only one Parrilla I trust on game day.
There's only one Parrilla I trust on game day.
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Camera Model Name iPhone 14 Pro
Lens Model iPhone 14 Pro back triple camera 6.86mm f/1.78
Exposure Time 1/1495
ƒ Number 1.8
ISO 80
Focal Length 6.9 mm
GPS Position 34.638753 S, 58.365642 W ⤴︎
GPS Altitude 10.2 m Above Sea Level
Image Size 3024x4032
File Size 12 MB
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There are two futbol teams that matter in Buenos Aires. River Plate aka Los Millonarios in the North, and the Boca Juniors in Boca. Boca fans call themselves El Doce (the twelve), so as a Seahawks fan it was easy to choose my side. Plus, Sandra.
There are two futbol teams that matter in Buenos Aires. River Plate aka Los Millonarios in the North, and the Boca Juniors in Boca. Boca fans call themselves El Doce (the twelve), so as a Seahawks fan it was easy to choose my side. Plus, Sandra.
Make Apple
Camera Model Name iPhone 14 Pro
Lens Model iPhone 14 Pro back camera 6.86mm f/1.78
Exposure Time 1/2070
ƒ Number 1.8
ISO 64
Focal Length 6.9 mm
GPS Position 34.635203 S, 58.366939 W ⤴︎
GPS Altitude 7.2 m Above Sea Level
Image Size 3966x2974
File Size 8.2 MB
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Bariloche

Bariloche is a mountain town in Northern Patagonia. It is home to South America's largest ski resort, and is a place of great historical mystery and intrigue. I highly recommend going down the Wikipedia rabbit hole.
Bariloche is a mountain town in Northern Patagonia. It is home to South America's largest ski resort, and is a place of great historical mystery and intrigue. I highly recommend going down the Wikipedia rabbit hole.
Make Apple
Camera Model Name iPhone 14 Pro
Lens Model iPhone 14 Pro back camera 6.86mm f/1.78
Exposure Time 1/4184
ƒ Number 1.8
ISO 80
Focal Length 6.9 mm
GPS Position 41.132056 S, 71.309311 W ⤴︎
GPS Altitude 777.8 m Above Sea Level
Image Size 4032x3024
File Size 11 MB
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The vibe was... Banff and Kelowna in a blender.
The vibe was... Banff and Kelowna in a blender.
Make Apple
Camera Model Name iPhone 14 Pro
Lens Model iPhone 14 Pro back camera 6.86mm f/1.78
Exposure Time 1/5525
ƒ Number 1.8
ISO 80
Focal Length 6.9 mm
GPS Position 41.131389 S, 71.332631 W ⤴︎
GPS Altitude 772.7 m Above Sea Level
Image Size 3024x4032
File Size 11 MB
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Oh it's also the most beautiful place in the world... I hiked up Cerro Camapanario and this is the view looking north at Lago Nahuel Huapi.
Oh it's also the most beautiful place in the world... I hiked up Cerro Camapanario and this is the view looking north at Lago Nahuel Huapi.
Make Apple
Camera Model Name iPhone 14 Pro
Lens Model iPhone 14 Pro back camera 9mm f/2.8
Exposure Time 1/1064
ƒ Number 2.8
ISO 32
Focal Length 9.0 mm
GPS Position 41.075147 S, 71.477094 W ⤴︎
GPS Altitude 1052.1 m Above Sea Level
Image Size 4032x3024
File Size 13 MB
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Looking west toward the Chilean Andes from Cerro Campanario.
Looking west toward the Chilean Andes from Cerro Campanario.
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Camera Model Name iPhone 14 Pro
Lens Model iPhone 14 Pro back camera 6.86mm f/1.78
Exposure Time 1/4016
ƒ Number 1.8
ISO 80
Focal Length 6.9 mm
GPS Position 41.075281 S, 71.477328 W ⤴︎
GPS Altitude 1057.4 m Above Sea Level
Image Size 4032x3024
File Size 14 MB
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The same view looking northwest.
The same view looking northwest.
Make Apple
Camera Model Name iPhone 14 Pro
Lens Model iPhone 14 Pro back camera 6.86mm f/1.78
Exposure Time 1/4545
ƒ Number 1.8
ISO 80
Focal Length 6.9 mm
GPS Position 41.075214 S, 71.477372 W ⤴︎
GPS Altitude 1056.1 m Above Sea Level
Image Size 4032x3024
File Size 14 MB
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The Llao Llao Hotel.
The Llao Llao Hotel.
Make Apple
Camera Model Name iPhone 14 Pro
Lens Model iPhone 14 Pro back camera 9mm f/2.8
Exposure Time 1/779
ƒ Number 2.8
ISO 32
Focal Length 9.0 mm
GPS Position 41.071769 S, 71.522286 W ⤴︎
GPS Altitude 876.8 m Above Sea Level
Image Size 4032x3024
File Size 13 MB
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This is actually the shortest river in the world. Check out the coordinates map.
This is actually the shortest river in the world. Check out the coordinates map.
Make Apple
Camera Model Name iPhone 14 Pro
Lens Model iPhone 14 Pro back triple camera 6.86mm f/1.78
Exposure Time 1/501
ƒ Number 1.8
ISO 80
Focal Length 6.9 mm
GPS Position 40.735978 S, 71.671792 W ⤴︎
GPS Altitude 781.2 m Above Sea Level
Image Size 3024x4032
File Size 16 MB
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San Martín de los Andes. I rented a motorcycle for a weekend and did la ruta de los siete lagos.
San Martín de los Andes. I rented a motorcycle for a weekend and did la ruta de los siete lagos.
Make Apple
Camera Model Name iPhone 14 Pro
Lens Model iPhone 14 Pro back camera 6.86mm f/1.78
Exposure Time 1/3356
ƒ Number 1.8
ISO 80
Focal Length 6.9 mm
GPS Position 40.166992 S, 71.357439 W ⤴︎
GPS Altitude 672 m Above Sea Level
Image Size 4032x3024
File Size 13 MB
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The absolute highlight of my trip. Including the part where I took a wrong turn and nearly ended up in Chile.
The absolute highlight of my trip. Including the part where I took a wrong turn and nearly ended up in Chile.
Make Apple
Camera Model Name iPhone 14 Pro
Lens Model iPhone 14 Pro back camera 6.86mm f/1.78
Exposure Time 1/4762
ƒ Number 1.8
ISO 80
Focal Length 6.9 mm
GPS Position 40.523678 S, 71.177922 W ⤴︎
GPS Altitude 873.5 m Above Sea Level
Image Size 4032x3024
File Size 14 MB
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Yea. Thanks for viewing!
Yea. Thanks for viewing!
Make Apple
Camera Model Name iPhone 14 Pro
Lens Model iPhone 14 Pro back camera 9mm f/2.8
Exposure Time 1/677
ƒ Number 2.8
ISO 32
Focal Length 9.0 mm
GPS Position 40.591758 S, 71.145594 W ⤴︎
GPS Altitude 1309.2 m Above Sea Level
Image Size 4032x3024
File Size 14 MB
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2026-06-21