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Places to visit in Buenos Aires
Cementerio de la Recoleta, Buenos Aires
In 1822, the Recoleta Cemetery was opened to the public to bury and commemorate their dead. A beautiful site with neo-classical gates and tall Greek columns, the cemetery gained a reputation for its attractive architecture and landscape and soon became a resting place for Argentina's elite. Many important historical figures, including Evita Peron, have been laid to rest in the private marble-and-stone mausoleums, which bear the family name in brass-and-bronze placards.
Recoleta Neighborhood, Buenos Aires
This chic neighborhood is considered by many the most fashionable quarter of Buenos Aires. Lined with upscale boutiques and cafes, Recoleta is transformed into a street fair on weekends, and restaurants and other venues feature live music. The Lady of the Pilar church, the Cultural Center and a famous gallery known as the Palais de Glace are located here.
Plaza Dorrego, Buenos Aires
Prior to Argentina's independence, this historic plaza was a stopping point for wagons traveling the first roadway, Calle Defensa, from the port to Plaza de Mayo. In 1816, it became a national symbol when it was the sight of the oath of national independence before Don Juan Martín de Pueyrredón. Presently, it is a quiet, shady square where locals lunch on weekdays. On weekends, it becomes the site of the San Pedro Telmo Antique Fair. Authorities close down the Calle Defensa from Avenida San Jaun to Avenida Independencia, and locals and visitors swarm the stalls of antique purveyors. Street performers do the tango, play music, mime or paint. It is perhaps the most famous and colorful of the capital city's street fairs.
San Telmo, Buenos Aires
Considered by some the most picturesque of Buenos Aires' neighborhoods, the colonial buildings and architectural landmarks in this-the oldest neighborhood in Buenos Aires-have been carefully restored. Cafes, tango parlors and antique shops line the cobblestone streets, which are filled with artists and dancers.
La Boca, Buenos Aires
Literally translating into "the Mouth," this former shipyard is literally one of Buenos Aires' most colorful sites, with low houses made of wood and metal painted in bright colors and creating an almost Nordic scene. The local flavor is by no means lost, however; La Boca is known as the birthplace of the tango, and on the area's most famous walkway, the Caminito, tango dancers showcase their skills in open-air shows, along with artisan and painters who gather for fairs. The streets are also lined with typical Italian cantinas.
Attraction type: Neighborhood; Historic walking area; Performance
Palermo Viejo, Buenos Aires
This scenic wooded neighborhood is comprised of many small parks, which make it extremely popular for daytime picnics and leisurely strolls. Attractions include a sculpture-filled rose garden, a Japanese garden, several lakes, polo fields and a zoo.
Attraction type: Neighborhood; Park
Puerto Madero, Buenos Aires
Ten years ago, this area was used for storage in proximity to the docks, but in the past decade, it's been transformed into a chic dining and shopping area. A booming business district during the week with countless high-end boutiques residing in the neighborhood, the riverfront area is also an excellent choice for a walk around the marina or lunch at one of the many outdoor cafes and restaurants. Many of Buenos Aires' best eateries are located here. At night, Puerto Madero's hot spot status is even more evident, as trendy clubs open their doors.
Attraction type: Neighborhood
Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes, Buenos Aires
Housed in a building that used to be the city's waterworks (a fact not discernible from the grand columns on its façade) the Museo de Bellas Artes is a collection of roughly 11,000 works. Works exhibited here include those of El Greco, Rubens, Goya, Manet, Toulouse-Lautrec, Picasso, Degas, Kandinsky and Chagall. In addition to its collection of European masters, the collection of 19th and 20th-century Argentine artists draws lovers of art and national history and culture as well. Entrance to the museum is free, and although the text in the museum is all in Spanish, MP3 audio tours are available in Spanish and English.
Cafe Tortoni, Buenos Aires
Dating back to 1858, Café Tortoni is the oldest coffee house in Argentina. The landmark venue has been visited by everyone from Federico Garcia Lorca to Hillary Rodham Clinton, and it continues to be a gathering ground for intellectuals. The café's walls pay tribute to its rich history. Café Tortoni is known for its "rude" waiters, but many claim that this is just an act, and that they can be coaxed into humor and hospitality. And while the food here is not the main draw, the affordable tango shows that take place in the back room, known as La Bodega, are excellent.
Attraction type: Bar/club; Coffeehouse; Performance
Calle Florida, Buenos Aires
This mile-long pedestrian mall consists of blocks of shops. The merchandise ranges from famous wares such as jewelry, fur and leather, but much of its popularity stems from the fact that you can find just about anything you're looking for within a few blooks. The opulent, early 20th-century architecture is also a draw. However, beware of merchants who can quickly peg a tourist and may mark up their prices even further.
Museum of Latin American Art of Buenos Aires (MALBA), Buenos Aires
Housed in the new Figueroa Alcorta building since 2001, the MALBA's express purpose is the promotion of contemporary Latin American and Argentine art. This not-for-profit museum is of great cultural relevance, and in addition to traditional visual media, it also has a strong film program.
El Viejo Almacen, Buenos Aires
At the heart of San Telmo's bohemian enclave, El Viejo Almacen is perhaps the most iconic tango spot in the city. The building dates back to 1798, when it was a general store (thus its name, which translates into The Old Storehouse). In 1840 it became the first site of the British Hospital of Buenos Aires, which has historical importance due to the fact that it was here that Dr. McKena performed the first ether-induced surgery in 1844. At the turn of the century, the colonial building was purchased by Paula Kravnic, a second-generation Russian immigrant, who transformed the building into a music venue and bar. In 1969, Edmundo Leonel Rivero, one of Argentina's most popular Tango singers, bought the building with the intention of preserving it as the Temple of the Tango. As most of the art form's greatest singers and dancers performed here, El Viejo Almacen has cultural value in many fields.
El Obelisco, Buenos Aires
The Obelisk of Buenos Aires is a tower-like monument built in 1936 in honor of the city's 400th anniversary. It marks the spot where the Argentine flag was first flown in the city, at the intersection of the streets Nueve de Julio and Corrientes. Because of its iconic, landmark figure, The Obelisk is often the site of government-sponsored celebrations; it is also, however, an unofficial gathering spot after sporting events and the like.
Attraction type: Landmark/point of interest; Observation deck/tower; Lake
Casa Rosada, Buenos Aires
This "Pink House" is similar to the United State's White House, in the sense that it is the presidential palace and serves as the President's home and office. As in the White House, part of the building is a museum open to the public. The executive branch of Argentina's government is also housed here. The structure itself is a medley of architectural styles, and the balcony from which Evita Peron addressed and inspired throngs of working class members is perhaps its most famous feature.
Attraction type: Government building
Plaza de Mayo, Buenos Aires
The city of Buenos Aires was built around this downtown plaza, where the Casa Rosada or presidential palace is located, and in which many of Argentina's most important historical events occurred. The country's political epicenter as the home of the government's executive branch, the Plaza de Mayo is still home to the Madres de la Plaza de Mayo, a group that attracts international attention to the square. The group is comprised of mothers who continue to appear at the plaza seeking information on the disappeared ones, or desaparecidos, who have not been seen since what the Argentines call the Dirty War. The Metropolitan Cathedral and the Cabildo or town hall are also located on the Plaza de Mayo.
Attraction type: Town center/square/plaza; Mission
Museo Evita Peron, Buenos Aires
The grand mansion where the Museo Evita is now located was originally built in traditional French architecture as a petit hotel by the Carabassa family in the 1900s. Architectural details of the Spanish and Italian Renaissance were later added to the building, which was purchased by the Evita Peron Social Aid Foundation. On July 26, 2002, which marked the 50th anniversary of the former first lady's death. The museum pays homage to Peron's life and crusade for social justice.
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