Recoleta

Recoleta is one of the most touristic areas in Buenos Aires. It takes its name from the Franciscan convent that dates back to 1716. It has beautiful Italian and French style buildings and many green areas. It is best known for having the “Cementerio de la Recoleta” (Recoleta Cemetery), very rich in art, history and in luxurious tombs that the most important personality's Argentinean history, such as Dorrego and Evita.Peron are buried.

Near the cemetery, on Junin Street, are many restaurant, discos and bars. Everyday there are many porteños and tourist enjoying themselves until the very early hours of the morning.

In Recoleta many cultural events take place, the Centro Municipal de Exposiciones, is one of the most well know places; this centre hosts book fairs and many other cultural events. On the weekends there is a handicraft market in the park near the cemetery, where you will be able to buy many high quality products or enjoy live music and shows.

Places to visit:

• Cementerio de Recoleta: Junin with Guido. Most important cementary in Buenos Aires where the rich and famous are buried. Founded in 1822 by the "Recoletos" monks. There is also the mausoleum of the Duarte Family to which Eva Peron belongs. Upon entry a map will show who is buried were.
• Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes: 1473 Libertador. Argentina most famous museum. You will be able to see permanently exhibited works from artists such as Renoir, Goya, Gogh and Picasso and expositions by contemporary artists. Free entry open 12:30pm-7:30pm Tues-Fri, weekends 9:30am-7:30pm. For information call 4803-0802.
• Biblioteca Nacional: 2502 Aguero. Houses some of the most important collections of Latin America. They have many unique documents in their possession. Mon-Fri they have guided tours from 9am-5pm.

  For information call 4808-6026.