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  • Argentina,  Buenos Aires,  Latin America

    Architecture in Buenos Aires: 10 Beautiful Buildings You Should Visit

    May 27, 2023 /

    The architecture in Buenos Aires stands proudly as a symbol of the city’s diverse cultural heritage. Buenos Aires is commonly known as the Paris of South America, and rightfully so! With its rich history, this metropolis is a treasure trove of architectural gems that continue to captivate visitors from around the world. In the 19th and early 20th centuries, Buenos Aires was a bustling epicenter of creativity and architectural innovation. By then, European immigrants flocked to Argentina, seeking new opportunities and a better life. Their arrival sparked an era of architectural brilliance. They brought with them their unique styles and techniques, leaving an incredible mark on the city’s landscape. For…

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  • The Best Viewpoints in Buenos Aires
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    Viewpoints in Buenos Aires: See The City From Above

    April 22, 2023 /

    Have you ever thought about seeing the Argentine capital from above? Buenos Aires offers some great viewpoints that provide a unique perspective of the city that you won’t want to miss. In this post, we’ll take a look at 6 of the best viewpoints in Buenos Aires, each offering a breathtaking panorama of the cityscape. Read more about them below and check out the map on where to find them! Get ready to see Buenos Aires from a whole new angle! This map was made with Wanderlog, a road trip planner app on iOS and Android Viewpoint Galería Güemes Located in the city center, Galería Güemes is a shopping arcade…

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  • The Best Street Art in Buenos Aires, Argentina
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    Where to Find the Best Street Art in Buenos Aires

    March 11, 2023 /

    Do you want to check out some of the best street art in Buenos Aires? I have got you covered! In this post, I’m going to show you the three best neighborhoods for exploring street art in Buenos Aires. You’ll find some very popular murals in each spot, but don’t be afraid to wander and discover your own hidden gems. Street art is totally legit in Buenos Aires and the artist doesn’t need to obtain authorization from the local authority, as long as the property owner gives it the green light. So, local and international artists hit up owners of run-down buildings and shops, giving them a fresh and vibrant…

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  • Exploring Buenos Aires doesn’t have to ruin your budget! Check out these 6 free activities to get the best out of Argentina’s capital while on a budget.
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    30 Free Things to Do in Buenos Aires

    December 26, 2022 /

    In Buenos Aires, there are plenty of free things to do! Surprisingly enough, even some of the most famous landmarks in Buenos Aires are free of charge! To help you get the most out of Buenos Aires on a budget, I have put together a list of 30 free things for you to do when visiting Buenos Aires! Remember that by watching out how and where you exchange your money, you can also save greatly on your trip to Buenos Aires. And with the cash you saved on free activities and exchanging the right places, you can instead buy a good steak and a bottle of red wine! Let’s get…

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    5 Secret Gardens in Buenos Aires

    September 18, 2022 /

    Buenos Aires’ secret gardens offer you a break from the hectic city. Add one or more of these hidden gems in the city to experience something different on your trip to Buenos Aires and get a well-deserved break. Some of the gardens offer an opportunity to grab a quick lunch or dinner in their restaurants. While others are just beautiful gardens you would never imagine existed in the middle of Buenos Aires’ chaos. Let’s dive into 5 amazing secret gardens in Buenos Aires! The Secret Garden of Museo de la Larreta This secret garden in Buenos Aires is located inside Museo de Arte Español Enrique Larreta (Museum of Spanish Art…

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    Beautiful Parks to Visit in Buenos Aires

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    Buenos Aires can quickly start to feel crowded. There are people everywhere and it can feel like there is no space to move around. Luckily, somebody thought about that and planted lots of green spots and parks throughout the city. In this post, I want to share some of the beautiful parks you can visit in Buenos Aires when you want a break from the concrete and tiny sidewalks. Some of the parks are located in the middle of the city. While other parks are a little bit further out and offer even more space and nature for you to enjoy. Plaza San Martín Plaza San Martín is a huge…

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    Add a day trip from Buenos Aires to your Argentine itinerary and experience a new side of Argentina. In this post, I want to share 5 ideal day trips from Buenos Aires with you. Each of them has something different to offer. So, there is something for every taste! Best of all, most of these destinations can easily be reached by train or bus from the city center of Buenos Aires! So, you can leave in the morning and be back again in the afternoon. Let’s dive into 5 perfect day trips from Buenos Aires! #1 Tigre Delta The Tigre Delta is an all-time favorite day trip destination from Buenos Aires…

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🇦🇷💌 Spectacular buildings in Buenos Aires 🇦🇷💌 Spectacular buildings in Buenos Aires: The Kirchner Cultural Center (CCK) 🇦🇷💌

The Kirchner Cultural Center, or in Spanish Centro Cultural Kirchner (CCK), is the former central post office in Buenos Aires. It was previously known as "El Palacio de Correos y Telecomunicaciones", or translated as The Palace of Posts and Telecommunications 🇦🇷💌

When visiting the interior of this massive building, you can still see the artifacts from its past. Old post boxes for the different Argentine provinces are engraved into the walls 🇦🇷💌

Sometimes, you can get all the way up to the building’s top floor, the 9th floor. From up here, you have a beautiful view over Buenos Aires 🇦🇷💌

#Becciabroad #Argentina #BuenosAires #travelblog #igersargentina #igersbsas #ig_argentina #argentina360 #loves_argentina #loves_buenosaires #ig_buenosaires #argentinaig
🇦🇷 🛍 Spectacular buildings in Buenos Aire 🇦🇷 🛍 Spectacular buildings in Buenos Aires: Shopping Mall Galerías Pacífico 🇦🇷 🛍 

The shopping mall Galerías Pacífico, or The Pacific Galleries, is one of the most elegant shopping malls in Buenos Aires 🇦🇷 🛍 

The ceiling of the mall's dome is painted with giant murals and beautifully decorated walls 🇦🇷 🛍 

At Chrismas, a huge Christmas tree is placed under the astounding murals, creating an even more magical feeling 🇦🇷 🛍 

#BecciAbroad #Argentina #BuenosAires #travelblog #igersargentina #igersbsas #ig_argentina #argentina360 #loves_argentina #loves_buenosaires #ig_buenosaires #argentinaig #politikensrejser  @visitbuenosaires
🇦🇷 📚 Spectacular buildings in Buenos Aire 🇦🇷 📚 Spectacular buildings in Buenos Aires: El Ateneo Grand Splendid Bookstore 🇦🇷 📚

The Ateneo Grand Splendid Bookstore is a must-see no matter what when you visit Buenos Aires. However, if you are into architecture and history, then it is an even bigger must-see 🇦🇷 📚

This gorgeous bookstore is a former theater and cinema with the most beautiful interior with painted ceilings and gold decorations 🇦🇷 📚

It opened its doors in 1919 and has maintained many of its beautiful features ever since 🇦🇷 📚

In 2008, The Guardian named it one of the most beautiful bookshops in the world - and you can see why, right? 🇦🇷 📚

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🇦🇷🏫 Spectacular buildings in Buenos Aires 🇦🇷🏫 Spectacular buildings in Buenos Aires: The Round House 🇦🇷🏫 

The Round House, or la Casa Redonda, is a less-known architectural gem in Buenos Aires 🇦🇷🏫 

By locals, it is known as the Barolo Palace's little brother for its strong similarities in its style. And actually, there is a good reason for it! This house is built by the same architect that created the iconic Barolo Palace 🇦🇷🏫 

The construction of Palanti's Round House finished in 1922, and it has been the home of wealthy Argentine families, an Embassy, and an art gallery. Today, the house is inhabited and closed to the public 🇦🇷🏫 

Had you heard about this spectacular building in Buenos Aires before? 

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🇦🇷🏫 Spectacular buildings in Buenos Aires 🇦🇷🏫 Spectacular buildings in Buenos Aires: The Barolo Palace 🇦🇷🏫 

The Barolo Palace, or Palacio Barolo in Spanish, is one of the most iconic buildings in Buenos Aires with its symmetric curves 🇦🇷🏫

The impressive palace located in downtown Buenos Aires is designed with inspiration from Dante's Divine Comedy: The ground floor is hell, the middle floors purgatory, and the top floors and terraces are heaven 🇦🇷🏫 

The Barolo Palace was created by Italian architect Mario Palanti and built between 1919 and 1923 🇦🇷🏫

From the Barolo Palace's terraces, you have one of the best views over Buenos Aires 🇦🇷🏫

Would you visit the Barolo Palace on a trip to Buenos Aires?

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📸 🏫 Spectacular buildings in Buenos Aires: T 📸 🏫 Spectacular buildings in Buenos Aires: The Palace of the Running Waters 📸 🏫 

The Palace of the Running Waters, or as it is called in Spanish El Palacio de Aguas Corrientes, is one of the most spectacular and special buildings in Buenos Aires 📸 🏫 

Its facade is an impressive artwork with more than 300,000 glazed colorful terracotta tiles 📸 🏫 

This impressive building was built between 1887 and 1894 to be a water pumping station. Today, it's a museum about Argentina's water and sanitation history 📸 🏫

Have you ever heard about this place? Would you visit on a trip to Buenos Aires? 📸 🏫

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⛪️🇦🇷Spectacular buildings in Buenos Aire ⛪️🇦🇷Spectacular buildings in Buenos Aires: Basílica de Maria Auxiliadora y San Carlos ⛪️🇦🇷 

Basílica de Maria Auxiliadora y San Carlos is properly one of the most beautiful churches in Buenos Aires. In its interior, it features beautiful striped columns, a light blue sealing, and several religious decorations ⛪️🇦🇷

The church is built between 1900 and 1910, and is located in the neighborhood of Almagro ⛪️🇦🇷

Have you ever heard about this place? Would you visit on a trip to Buenos Aires? ⛪️🇦🇷 

#BuenosAires #Argentina #VisitBuenosAires  @visitargentina @visitbuenosaires @buenosairestravelers
🚗🇦🇷Everyday moments from Buenos Aires🇦 🚗🇦🇷Everyday moments from Buenos Aires🇦🇷 🚗

When I posted tourist content about Buenos Aires, I always get complains from Argentines stating that it doesn’t relate to their reality. And when I share that we decided to move from Buenos Aires, I tend to get questions from foreigners about why… So, I believe it’s same to share a little bit about why: 

ECONOMY & INFLATION - Argentine economy has been a roller coaster for many year but recent years has been increasingly bad. To mention one of the many things affecting Argentina: inflation. Inflation means that the salary for an average person decreases its value over the cause of just a couple of months. Companies does adjust employees salary for inflation every now and then. But it mostly doesn’t add up in the long run and the employees’ purchase power over all has decreased. For you to get an idea, my last salary adjustment for inflation in Argentina before we left was of 50%… It might seem like a nice raise. But the estimated yearly inflation rate is around 100%?! Many Argentines are struggling to make ends met! 

VIOLENCE & AGGRESSION - The tight economic situation also affects other aspects of everyday life. In my opinion, many people (especially in Buenos Aires) are on the edge. Getting into arguments over stupid things in the street, answering badly to one another… Not to mention the extremes of pickpocketing and robbing (something I have been fortunate enough to never experience first hand). In general, the negativity and verbal violence in Buenos Aires was really getting to me at the end. When visiting Buenos Aires and Argentina in general, you might not experience this or realize it as many people are properly still more open than what most of us are used to from our home country.

ACCESS TO PRODUCTS - This might seems like the most superficial reason but it does have some truth to it. Taxes, tariffs, and import restrictions make it hard to get certain things in Argentina. Or what you can get is extremely expensive. There are so many things people in other countries take for granted, that’s hard to get in Argentina. 

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🎨🇦🇷 5 Street Art Murals to Visit in Coleg 🎨🇦🇷 5 Street Art Murals to Visit in Colegiales, Buenos Aires 🎨🇦🇷

1 - Cartoon House 🎨🇦🇷
The mural covers the entire façade of the house, featuring different cartoon-like characters in bright and vibrant colors. These whimsical characters add a pop of color to the surrounding area and bring joy to those who pass by.
📍Conde 391, Colegiales

2 - The Skin of Mirrors (la piel de los espejos) 🎨🇦🇷
This impressive artwork features dolls of traditional Argentine shepherd girls, guachas, alongside traditional Chinese creatures such as dogs or dragons.
📍 Conde 312, Colegiales

3 - Frida Kahlo 🎨🇦🇷
Located on the border of Colegiales and Palermo, this mural is one of the most photographed pieces of street art in Buenos Aires. Actually, this is an old photo because she got a makeover in 2022, which I don't have any pictures of...
📍Avenida Dorrego 1735, Colegiales

4 - Alice and the Porteño Rabbit 🎨🇦🇷
I have already mentioned this in a previous post, but if you’re a fan of Lewis Carroll’s classic tale, Alice in Wonderland, then you’ll love this street art mural.
📍Conde 494, Colegiales

5 - Blue Cats 🎨🇦🇷
I haven't been able to locate this mural again, but it deserved to be added to the list. A whole mural created in blue tones featuring two huge cats.
📍Somewhere in Colegiales

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