Get to know one of the most fun places to enjoy a different plan with the family: the details in the note.
If you have small children, or simply have a restless inner child, this place is for you. Winter Break and the theme park located a few kilometers from the Capital is presented as a luxury option to enjoy with the family.
The Children’s Republic is located in La Plata, a large space created in the middle of the last century with 35 buildings designed for boys and girls of approximately 10 years old. It is said that the park served as a muse for Walt Disney himself.
Opened to the public on November 26, 1951, it was conceived by Colonel Domingo Alfredo Mercante, then governor of the Province of Buenos Aires. This children’s theme park was originally designed in 1949 by the architects Jorge Lima, Alberto Cuenca and Carlos Gallo. Inspiration for its design came from classic popular tales, such as those of Hans C. Andersen, the Brothers Grimm, and legends of Mallory and Tennyson.
Was Walt Disney inspired by the Children’s Republic to create Disney World?
As legend suggests, it is said that Walt Disney may have been inspired by The Children’s Republic to develop his iconic theme park, Disneyland.. At first glance, similarities can be seen between some buildings in the original Disney park and those in The Children’s Republic.
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According to legend, Walt Disney visited Argentina in 1941 and met with the architects of the La Plata park. Likewise, this theory, which oscillates between legend and reality, gains strength if we consider that The Children’s Republic was inaugurated in 1951, four years before Disney opened its first park in 1955.
What to do in the Children’s Republic, La Plata
Open every day of the week from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. and with free admission, Children’s Republic offers the public various activities:
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Exploring a miniature city: Walk through a miniature city with houses, castles and other emblematic places. An educational and fun experience for young and old.
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Outdoor Adventures: The park offers large green spaces to enjoy recreational and sports activities such as skating, skateboarding or cycling, ideal for connecting with nature.
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Squares and games for everyone: La República has five places equipped with inclusive games for all ages, guaranteeing fun for the whole family.
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Craft fair: Explore a fair with unique local crafts, perfect as souvenirs of your visit.
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Live music: Enjoy surprise fanfare performances, adding entertainment to the park’s atmosphere.
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Train and boat trip: Photograph the stationary train and enjoy a pirate ship ride on the lake (additional cost), an unforgettable experience.
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Thematic areas: Get to know areas such as the airport and other thematic spaces that offer a unique experience.
How to get to the Children’s Republic, La Plata
The exact address is General Belgrano Road and 500MB Gonnet. Access to the park is convenient for both those who prefer to drive and those who opt for public transportation. If you want to go by car, you can take the Buenos Aires and La Plata highway towards Route 2 and then exit at Camino General Belgrano. In addition, there are several bus lines that pass through the Gonnet Station, as well as trains available on the Roca line that take you directly to the park area.
Source: Ambito
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