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Avenida 9 de Julio
The grandest of Latin American
avenues is flanked by dozens of cultural
highlights, the biggest of which is Teatro
Colón. Take care when crossing its 12-
lane width, which takes a few traffic-light
cycles to accomplish
(see pp20-21)
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San Telmo
Among the city's oldest
barrios
,
cobblestoned San Telmo guards the
lyrical spirit of the
bodegón
- the
quintessentially porteño bar/café
where a vermouth or croissant can be
arranged anytime. Lanes lined with
19th-century homes brim
with performers on
Sundays
(see
pp18-19)
.
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Museo de Arte Latinoamericano
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de Buenos Aires (MALBA)
MALBA has quickly asserted itself since
its 2001 opening. Its collection of Latin
American artwork, which includes Diego
Rivera and Xul Solar, has been sup-
plemented with film screenings and a
unique museum gift shop
(see pp22-23)
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Colonia del
Sacramento,
Uruguay
Founded by Portuguese
traders, Colonia is a
picturesque town. Its
colorful colonial streets,
Portuguese architecture,
and relaxed pace, make
it a popular weekend
spot
(see pp24-25)
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Tango
Jaunty and humorous or dirge-like and
mournful, tango - the capital's dance,
musical, and poetic art form - is still in full
swoon, 120 years after its creation. With
classes and performances galore, it is
integral to the city's culture and continues
to captivate the people of Buenos Aires
and the rest of the world
(see pp26-29)
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