H I S TO R Y & A R C H I T E C T U R E I S S U E 2 2
Make your way to Avenida de Mayo, a
grand boulevard that connects Plaza de
Mayo with the Palacio Barolo, an
architectural masterpiece inspired by Dante's
Divine Comedy. Take a guided tour to learn
about its intricate design and stunning views.
In the afternoon, explore the Recoleta
neighborhood, home to the Recoleta
Cemetery, where ornate mausoleums and
statues create a city of the dead. Nearby, the
National Library and Facultad de Derecho
showcase impressive modernist architecture.
End your day in the Palermo district with a
visit to the Evita Museum housed in a
beautiful early 20th-century mansion. Stroll
through the picturesque Bosques de
Palermo and admire the eclectic architecture
of the surrounding areas.
Wrap up your architectural tour with dinner
at a charming café, enjoying the vibrant
atmosphere, tango music and historic
surroundings.
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Clockwise from Right:
San Telmo Market; Palacio
Barolo Monserrat; Palacio
Barolo Monserrat; Crypt
Recoleta Cemetery; Evita
Museum Statue; Casa
Rosada Facade
