Top 10 saker att göra i i Buenos aires
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1. Tango lesson and milonga
One of the top 10 things to do in Buenos Aires is taking a tango lesson and going to a famous tango night – milonga. Known as the birthplace of this passionate dance, Argentina offers many tango lessons even to beginners. With a bit of practice visitors can enjoy magnificent tango nights at vibrant venues such as Tango Cool, La Calesits and La Marshall.
2. Presidential Palace Casa Rosada
This palace, painted in a lovely shade of pink, is the place from where Christina Fernandez de Kirchner is ruling the country. She is the second female president in the history of Argentina. Casa Rosada is a sign or reconciliation between the red and white political parties (Federalists and Unitarians), who have been rivalling for years. Part of the Palace, located on the Plaza de Mayo has been turned into a museum. One of the balconies of Casa Rosada is the famous place from where Madonna sang the heartbreaking “Don’t cry for me Argentina”.
3. Polo match in Palermo
Originating from Argentina, this prestigious sport can be enjoyed all year, but mostly in the spring season – September through November. Every November the Argentinian Open takes place, drawing thousands of visitors from all over the world.
4. Palazzo Barolo
This mystical landmark was designed by an architect, inspired by Dante’s “Divine Comedy”. Palazzo Barolo is certainly among the top 10 things to do in Buenos Aires. It is divided into 3 parts – Hell, Purgatory and Heaven, with 9 different entrances, symbolising the 9 circles and hierarchies of hell, as mentioned in the epic poem.
5. National Museum of Fine Arts
Art lovers will be impressed with the Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes, which presents masterpieces of the 20th century by El Greco, Rodin, Rubens, Picasso, Van Gogh and many more. This museum has the largest collection in Latina America and often hosts concerts and special classes for its visitors.
6. 9th of July Avenue
Avenida 9 de Julio was named to honour Argentina’s Independence Day of July 9, 1816. This is the widest street in the world, featuring 6 lanes in each direction and is mentioned in the Guinness Book of Records. Among the shopping arcades, numerous restaurants and cafes visitors can see the famous Don Quixote statue, fountains and street artists.
7. La Boca
Traditionally considered as a bohemian neighbourhood, La Boca is filled with a retro atmosphere of the beginning of the 20th century and houses painted in bright colours. A walk around La Boca will be interesting and unique, as visitors can dive into local culture.
8. Colon Theatre
One of the most famous theatres in the world, the Column Theatre opened in 1908 with Guiseppe Verdi’s “Aida” opera. This majestic building can accommodate more than 4,000 spectators and has exceptional acoustics. It hosts operas, ballets, and concerts and the famous artists who performed here include Luciano Pavarotti, Igor Stravinsky, Maria Callas and others.
9. Recoleta cemetery
Known as the “city of the dead”, this cemetery is among the top 10 things to do in Buenos Aires. Resembling an architectural exhibition, with labyrinths of impressive tombs and luxurious mausoleums, this is where the Argentinian elite was buried for centuries. This place is strikingly beautiful, yet horrifying, as the coffins are placed within a hand’s reach.
10. Traditional food
Argentinian premium-cut stakes are world-famous, and visitors have a chance to try the best of the best right here, in Buenos Aires. Apart from the famous meat restaurants, one can also find traditional small cafes offering delicacies such as chorizo, intestines and other meat products. For those who like to experiment with their food – there are some molecular gastronomy niche restaurants that are quite popular.