A Trip to Buenos Aires

Introduction:

Buenos Aires is the capital city of Argentina. It is famous for its nightlife. It has traditional neighborhoods which consist of cocktail bars, big clubs, and gig venues. The city has subtropical climate with relatively hot summers and dry winters. It is home to an estimated 15 million people. In 2018, Buenos Aires was the fifth most visited city in South America. The city was visited by 3.5 million international tourists.

Places to Visit:

Buenos Aires has some of the most beautiful sights in the world and as a tourist one must not miss these when visiting this city.

Plaza de Mayo: 

It is one of the most visited and popular sites in Buenos Aires. It depicts the historical colonial background of the country which existed before the modern state. It spans two blocks and consists of many fine buildings and domes.

Pink House: 

Pink House or Casa Rosada is one of the oldest attractions in Buenos Aires. Witnessed many invasions and historical moments, this palace was built in 1800s. This palace presents the perfect opportunity for tourists to admire the great architecture of the city.

Caminito Street Museum: 

It is a colorful pedestrian friendly open-air museum. The tourists are able to witness historic sculptures and demonstrations in the neighborhood.

Jardin Botanico: 

It is a recreational spot in the city center which consists of many lakes, bridges, and gardens spread across 20 acres. It includes French and Italian gardens and horticultural school as well.  

The Colon Theatre:

The trip to the Colon Theatre is like a trip to 1950’s. The establishment consists of world class opera and a classical music facility. It is a true historic visit filled with glimpses of the past.

5 Must try Restaurants:

The real history of a city is depicted through its food and Prague has some of the most authentic Czech cuisine establishments.

Alo’s:

The restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner under one roof. Dishes like Mollejas and Morcilla truly represent the Argentine cuisine.

Narda Comedor:

Located in old town of Buenos Aires, the restaurant is famous for its dish “The onion’ and herb tea. So, if you are interested in traditional Argentine food then this is the place to go.

La Kitchen:

The restaurant is famous for its chipas and pastrami. The kitchen also specializes in baked foods so croissants with raspberry jam is a must try.

Heladeria Gruta:

The cafe opened in late 1970s century and is the best ice-cream serving restaurant in Buenos Aires. It is famous for serving caramelized almonds with chocolate ice-cream.

Anafe:

The restaurant has a traditional food menu with dishes like Faina (Argentine Pizza) and Empanadas as high selling items. To experience the true Argentine Cuisine this is the place to go to.

Travelers Checklist:

Wardrobe Essentials:

Buenos Aires experiences cold dry winters and hot summers. It is important to have weather appropriate wear. As travelling by foot is the best way to experience Buenos Aires it is important to pack comfortable footwear which are suitable for streets and climbing stairs. A cross-body bag is also essential to deter pickpockets.

Money and Electronics:

When visiting a foreign country, it is essential to have the local currency with you to navigate through the city. The local currency is the Argentine Peso.