Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Estrella Pharmacy
(Farmacia Estrella) on
the ground floor, built in the 19th century, is
part of the museum.
San Ignacio Church
on Calle Alsina at Calle
Bolívar (one block west of Defensa) is another of
the city's oldest buildings. Named the Temple
of the Company of Jesus but known as San
Ignacio, it was constructed in 1710. Brother
Juan Krauss designed it to follow a typical
Jesuit church with a central nave and upper
galleries. The main altar, made of carved and
gilded wood with Baroque details is quite beau-
tiful. The image on the left nave of the Altar is
the oldest in the city; it depicts our Lady of Sor-
row, who is actually the Virgin Mary. San
Ignacio is known for its beautiful stained glass
windows and magnificent Baroque facade.
The
church was occupied by invading British forces
and by the forces of General Belgrano in 1811.
The Long HairRebellion
This last was known as the “Long Hair Re-
bellion.” Believe it or not, the whole struggle
began when the soldiers rebelled against an
order to have their hair cut, as long hair was
no longer in fashion. Eight soldiers were ex-
ecuted in the Plaza de Mayo for their
stubborness.
The Jesuits constructed many important cul-
tural institutions in this area. Among them
were a public library, a Jesuit College and uni-
versity and several churches. You can still read
