A gaucho (Spanish:) or gaúcho (Portuguese:) is a skilled horseman, reputed to be brave and unruly. The figure of the gaucho is a folk symbol of Argentina , Paraguay , [ 1 ] Uruguay , Rio Grande do Sul in Brazil , the southern part of Bolivia , [ 2 ] and the south of Chilean Patagonia . [ 3 ]

Gaucho, the nomadic and colourful horseman and cowhand of the Argentine and Uruguayan Pampas (grasslands), who flourished from the mid-18th to the mid-19th century and has remained a folk hero similar to the cowboy in western North America.

The Gaucho culture, or Gaúcho culture, is the set of knowledge, arts, tools, food, traditions and customs that have served as a reference to the gaucho.

Mar 31, 2017 · The gaucho is an expert horse rider, outdoorsman and hunter who is known to be generous yet unruly – a historical outlaw. From early beginnings to the gaucho of today, let’s take a look at how this legendary figure has evolved over the years.

Feb 12, 2010 · Gaucho (gaúcho in Portuguese, gaucho in Spanish) is a term commonly used to describe residents of the South American pampas, chacos, or Patagonian grasslands, found principally in parts of Argentina, Uruguay, Southern Chile, and Southern Region, Brazil.

Nov 4, 2023 · Renowned for their horsemanship skills and their connection to the cattle industry, gauchos inhabit the plains and surrounding areas of Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, and Brazil. Deeply rooted in the rural lifestyle of the Argentine countryside, gaucho culture is a fascinating and influential aspect of Argentine identity.

A gaucho is a skilled horseman and outdoorsman emblematic of the South American plains, particularly in Argentina. Known for their expertise in equestrianism, hunting, and navigating the expansive grasslands, they have become the iconic representation of the region.

Aug 5, 2013 · Celebrated for their solitary and nomadic lifestyles, superb horsemanship and elaborate attire, the gaucho culture is deeply rooted in the country’s history and still alive today.

Feb 7, 2025 · The gaucho tradition in Argentina has evolved to be seen in much the same way that rural residents in the United States see cowboys: as a weekend pastime and a way of showing pride in their Argentine identity.

May 23, 2018 · gaucho (gou´chō), cowboy of the Argentine and Uruguayan pampas [1] (grasslands). The typical gaucho, a familiar figure in the 18th and 19th cent., was a daring, skillful horseman and plainsman.