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Alvear Avenue: Archeology from the ‘Belle Epoque’

Posteado el Abril 3, 2009 - Categorizado en Attractions in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires' neighborhood, Cultural tourism, General, Tourism in Buenos Aires, Tours

The most mysterious piece within the architectural repertoire of the Alvear Avenue is the building on the corner with Rodriguez Peña. Everyone identified the Palace by the huge magnolia that presides over the garden.Alvear Avenue, Buenos Aires elegant emblem, contains an important collection of architecture from 1900 (see the restoration of such spaces in the new and moderns Apart hotels in Buenos Aires).

In a first stage, just to Centennial was a street lined with Victorian mansions or Italian villas with lush gardens. Then, in the years ten to twenty, almost everything was replaced by large hotels particuliers, inspired by French architecture from the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, as is evidenced by the current seat of the Apostolic Nuncio or large building that houses the embassies of France and Brazil. But in the late twenties-era Palace would conclude: people began to prefer home-style French departments, ie something with a lot of Louis XV, Louis XVI.

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The obelisk, Buenos Aires

Posteado el Enero 7, 2009 - Categorizado en Attractions in Buenos Aires, Tourism in Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires is a great tourist destination in Argentina the-obelisk-buenos-aires.jpgthat has countless attractions. There are many things to do in this city as well as in its surrounding areas but the most important attractions is the Obelisk, which is situated in the heart of the Plaza de la República at the intersection of the famous Nueve de Julio Avenue and Corriente Avenue.

It was built in just a month.It is a modern monument of 67 meters (height) that is in the heart of the city. It has a pencil like structure which is said to be in commemoration of La Noche de los Lapices (the Night of the Pencils).

This monument which represents not only porteños but Argentinians is the most well known meeting place. The Argentine flag was raised there for the first time. Celebrations and other different kind of events take place in this wonderful site.

There are other tourist attractions close to the Obelisk such as Florida Street where you will find numerous stores and restaurants as well as tango dancers. You will also find excellent Buenos Aires hotels close to the Obelisk such as Panamericano Hotel. You can also consult for other economic Apart Hotels in Buenos Aires.

Most of the tour packages in Buenos Aires, if not all of them, include the Obelisk and other great tourist attractions that this city has to offer.You will find in Buenos Aires the kind of tourism that appeals to you the most.

Author: Viviana Gómez

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9 de Julio Avenue, Buenos Aires

Posteado el Enero 5, 2009 - Categorizado en Attractions in Buenos Aires, Tourism in Buenos Aires

Nueve de Julio Avenue is a tourist attraction in Buenos Aires, the capital city of Argentina. There are important and interesting landmarks along this avenue such as Teatro Colon, the Obelisk, the Statue of Don Quixote and Constitución station, among others.

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This avenue is characterized by an unusual width and its name honors the Independence Day in Argentina. It is said that Nueve de Julio Avenue is the world’s widest avenue since it has total 17 lanes and 140m width.
Tourists from all over the world come to Buenos Aires to enjoy its attractions and some of them have claimed that 9 de Julio Avenue is wider than Champs Elysées in Paris. You will also find excellent cafes along this avenue as well as other great sites such as restaurants and stores.
Buenos Aires is a lively tourist destination in Argentina where you can enjoy the type of activity that appeal to you the most. If you like sun and beach tourism, you should travel to Mar del Plata which is considered one of the best tourist destinations in Buenos Aires (see apartments Buenos Aires and hotels in Buenos Aires).
If you are looking for adventure, you should visit Mendoza where is the highest mountain outside Asia, Mount Aconcagua.

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Buenos Aires tourism is great

Posteado el Diciembre 24, 2008 - Categorizado en Attractions in Buenos Aires, Tourism in Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires is the beautiful capital city of Argentina that is located on the southern shore of Río de la Plata where people are known as porteños since they live close to the port of the city.  Being an important tourist destination in Argentina, Buenos Aires is also the largest city of the county and it is full of attractions. The most outstanding of them is its music, the tango.

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Buenos Aires is usually considered the Pearl of South America where numerous tourists spend their vacation enjoying: Recoleta Cemetery, Palermo, Calle Florida, the Obelisk and many other attractions that this city has to offer. There are also incredible tourist destination in Buenos Aires such as Mar del Plata which is widely known for its beaches and its nightlife.

There are numerous excellent neighbourhoods in Buenos Aires such as Palermo and Recoleta where you can find beautiful and comfortable hotels as well as other types of establishments such as shopping malls. You may also consult for economic Apart Hotels in Buenos Aires and boutique hotels to get the best offers.

If you visit this wonderful city in Argentina do not miss the opportunity to try the famous asado and empanadas with the best Argentinian wines. Remember that there are great tour packages in Buenos Aires that include most outstanding attractions such as Plaza de Mayo, Casa de Gobierno, the Cathedral, Buenos Aires Zoo, Colón theatre and San Telmo market, among many others.

Author: Viviana Gómez

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Rent a car in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Posteado el Diciembre 22, 2008 - Categorizado en Rent a car in Buenos Aires, Tourism in Buenos Aires

If you are on vacation in the capital city of Argentina, it is convenient to rent a car and enjoy the beautiful landscapes that this wonderful tourist destination in Argentina has to offer.
Take a road trip to discover every magic corner in Buenos Aires which are full of history and enchantment.
If you rent a car in the province of Buenos Aires you can drive from the capital city to Mar del Plata, which is an important tourist destination in Buenos Aires that has wonderful beaches. This service allows you to get where you want, when you want without having to spend to much money and enjoying the best comfort.

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There are numerous great car rental companies which offer different vehicles that will fit the needs of the most demanding client. Among the most recommended companies we can mention: Avis ( Cerrito Nº 1527), Dollar Rent a Car ( Libertador Nº 1730) and Tango rent a car ( Avenida del Libertador Nº8500).
Many companies has special deals and they even offer discounts if you rent a car on line. They usually accept different credit cards. You will find car rental companies in all the  tourist destinations in Buenos Aires.
If you are looking for something out of the ordinary for your next vacation, it is usually advisable to visit Mendoza where you can enjoy the Aconcagua expedition and other tourist attractions.

You may also consult for apartment rent Recoleta Buenos Aires and hotels in Buenos Aires to get the best offers.

Author: Viviana Gómez

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