Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Tip
Combine a morning visit to the Plaza de
Mayo and Plaza de los Dos Congresos
with lunch at one of Puerto Madero's
fine restaurants or come in the evening
for dinner.
Plaza del Congreso
This is a wide expanse marked by interesting
sculptures, including Rodin's
The Thinker
, and
gurgling fountains. It is actually three mini-
plazas that encircle the Congress building, seat
of the legislative branch of government.
The Thinker (El
Pensador) is one
of only two exist-
ing copies of this
statue.
Did You Know?
Plaza del Congreso is the “kilometer 0”
point on all roadmaps of Argentina, a
real life example of the saying “All
roads lead here.”
Avenida de Mayo
The first official street in the city, Avenida de
Mayo links the two plazas above. Take note of
the various architectural styles of the buildings
lining the street. Some were considered sky-
scrapers in the late 18th century when they
soared to five stories.
Did You Know?
South America's first subway was built
beneath this street.
