Government Buildings in Buenos Aires

Government Buildings in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Government Buildings in Buenos Aires

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  • backpacker31
    Boynton Beach, FL5,956 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    December 2024 was the first time I’d returned to Casa Rosada/Pink Palace in more than 14 years. For several months back in 2010 I was fortunate to have lived in BA. During this time I would visit Casa Rosada quite frequently. In fact, I happened to be here when former Argentine President Nestor Kirchner passed away and his wife at the time, former President Cristina Fernandez was receiving the public. The building is quite stately and occupies a prime, central location in the heart of downtown BA. I always thought the front of the palace could use some sort of formal garden. While the interior isn’t open to the public, there’s plenty to admire on the outside. Be sure to look for the balcony where Eva Peron made her famous speech. There is plenty of security/police presence around the palace as well as in the plaza in front.
    Written 5 January 2025
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  • Michael B
    Bellflower, CA24,139 contributions
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    The palace is in the Neoclassical style, primarily made of white marble, and has elaborately furnished interiors, especially in the Lost Steps Hall and the Blue Room. It was designed by the Italian architect Vittorio Meano in 1898 and completed by the Argentine architect Julio Dorma in 1906.
    Its weathered bronze-plated green dome is 260 feet in height and weighs 3,000 tons. On national holidays, it is illuminated.
    The main entrance, the Entrada de Honor ("Honor Entrance"), is exclusively used for ceremonial purposes. A barber shop used to be in the basement, but it has been demolished.
    The Senate offers free guided tours on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays in English (12.30 pm) and Spanish (5.00 pm). The tours visit several rooms, including the chambers of both houses and the library.
    In front of the Congress Building is a statue of The Thinker looking away.
    TIP: The zero-kilometre mark next to the building; is where all of Argentina's National Highways start from.
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    Written 12 May 2024
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  • Orthos1
    London, Canada7 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great architecture, culture and history all in one place. Take a tour. The inside is as beatiful as the outside.
    Written 28 September 2019
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  • Michael B
    Bellflower, CA24,139 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This Palace was designed by French architect Paul Pater in 1912 for Daniel Ortiz Basualdo, the style is a subtle blend of Louis XV architectural influences, Asian decorations and English-style exterior designs.
    In 1925 it served as the official residence for Great Britain's Prince of Wales on his visit to Argentina.
    In 1939 has it was purchased by the French Embassy for their official building in Buenos Aires.
    But in 1970 part of the building was threatened with demolition, for the constructing of the 9 de Julio, but thanks to the French government’s refusal to sell the property, the course of the road was slightly altered to allow it to be saved, and to become one of the most impressive landmarks on the 425 feet wide avenue. Today it is considered one of the most beautiful buildings in Buenos Aires, the interior decoration captures the spirit of the aristocracy of the late19th century, with large woodwork and marble coverings.

    Tip: It is possible to enter but once a year and gets really crowded.
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    Written 13 September 2024
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  • JnVSydney
    Greater Sydney, Australia25,769 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Located on the Avenue 9th July is the Building of the Ministry of Health, within the neighborhood of Monserrat, its claim to fame is the mural of Evita, which has become a land mark in itself
    Written 28 December 2022
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  • Goal100Countries
    Cheltenham, UK596 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This was one of my favourite libraries in Buenos Aires due to its interior architecture, design and peacefulness. You can tell that this place was previously home to academics from the globes, maps, books and anatomical figurines. if you like libraries then please check this one out!
    Written 27 November 2019
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  • Andres G
    Pilar, Argentina7 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Incredible Foster building. Best of Argentina and probably top of Latam. Across a typical city park in an old traditional neightborhood.
    Written 2 April 2016
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  • KatielouAustralia
    Hobart, Australia2,037 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Truly a beautiful building, especially the facade, and easy to stop and have a look if you are going to Plaza San Martin.
    Written 18 October 2019
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  • PBPG
    Yorkshire, UK8,486 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    A fabulous looking building, looking very French that is undergoing a huge restoration program. Well worth a few minutes to have a look at
    Written 31 January 2023
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  • David M
    Portsmouth, UK3,461 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    I came here for work. I am not therefore convinced that it should or could be classed as an attraction. Yes it is a very impressive building but I would certainly not go out of my to come here! It’s just a big modern building!
    Written 8 November 2017
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