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Biblioteca Nacional
Designed by three prominent local
architects, the Biblioteca Nacional
took almost 30 years to complete.
When it finally opened in 1992, it
was hailed as a Brutalist master-
piece. The Peróns' house used to
stand at this spot.
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Plaza Francia
Surrounded by a French-style
residential area, this dramatic
monument to Liberty was
presented to the nation by
France in 1910.
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Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes
Formerly a water-pumping station, this Neo-Classical
building houses Argentina's most important collection of
art. As well as a strong permanent display, there are many
temporary exhibitions.
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Plaza Intendente Alvear
Named for the mayor who gave
the capital a major overhaul a
century ago, this sloped plaza is
now the site of one of the most
popular weekend arts and
handicraft markets.
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