Within the modern landscape that defines the city, the porteño palaces They stand as a living memory of its history. These buildings, witnesses of Argentina’s early years, embellish blocks and neighborhoods, capturing the attention and wonder of those who contemplate them.
I discovered all the palaces that are within the Autonomous City of Buenos Aires and in what neighborhood each one is located.
Palaces in the Balvanera neighborhood, CABA
In the Balvanera neighborhood stands one of the most impressive palaces in the city: the Palace of Running Waters. It emerged in a time of economic prosperity, with the aim of providing the Capital with a modern running water network. Its façade is its most recognized and admired aspect, covered with 130,000 glazed bricks and 300,000 ceramic pieces imported from Belgium and EnglandInside, you can visit the Historical Heritage Museum.
Palaces in the Montserrat neighborhood, CABA
Montserrat, located in the historic center of the city, is home to several iconic palaces. If you only had one day to explore Buenos Aires, this area would be the ideal recommendation: here you will find the Casa Rosada, Plaza de Mayo, the Cabildo and the Municipal Palaceplaces where many of the events that defined Argentine identity occurred.
He Palace of the Argentine National Congress It is the center of the neighborhood. It is one of the largest congresses in the world and is notable for its eclectic Greco-Roman style. Its dome reaches 80 meters high and offers an impressive background to the May Avenue, with a majestic and elegant presence. Photographing it is taking a piece of Buenos Aires essence.
On Avenida de Mayo stands the Barolo Palacethe tallest building of its time. It is an architectural gem full of references to the Divine Comedyas explored in the documentary “The Latin Skyscraper” (2013).
Another notable palace in Monserrat is the Palace of the Legislature of Buenos Aires, with a 97 meter tower and a distinctive Westminster melody clock with a five-bell carillon. This clock synchronizes 80 other clocks in the building, accompanied by another carillon with 30 bells. In the past, the sound of the bells was so loud that their use every two hours was prohibited.
Palaces in the Recoleta neighborhood, CABA
In Recoletahe Duhau Palace It is one of the most significant buildings in the Alvear Avenue. This palace, inspired by Chateau du Marais near Paris, It follows neoclassical lines of French influence. Originally inhabited by the descendants of the Duhau family, it now functions as a prestigious five-star hotel.
A few meters away, you will find the Fernandez Anchorena Palacecurrently owned by the Holy See and seat of the Apostolic Nunciature. This palace, which housed the Pope Juan Pablo II during his visits to Buenos Aires In 1982 and 1987, it combines French lines with touches of art nouveau.
Another featured site in Recoleta is the Pizzurno Palacewhich is worth visiting.
Palaces in the Retiro neighborhood, CABA
Retiro is also known for its palaces, including the Estrugamou Palace and Saint Martin Palace. The latter is an outstanding example of French classicist architecture, adapted to the local context of the 18th century. Facing the San Martin Plazaone of the most beautiful in the city, offers guided tours.
Palaces in the Palermo neighborhood, CABA
In Palermoalthough it is less common to find this type of construction due to its more recent development, the Errázuriz Palace stands out as an exception. It is one of the most elegant mansions in Buenos Aires and houses the Argentine Academy of Letters, the National Academy of Fine Arts, the National Museum of Decorative Art and the Museum of Oriental Art. Thanks to these organizations, it is the only French-style mansion regularly open to the public.
The complete list of palaces in CABA
- Álzaga Unzué Palace
- Alcorta Palace
- Bosch Palace
- Casey Palace
- Kirchner Cultural Center (CCK)
- Diaz Velez Palace
- Elortondo Alvear Palace
- Estrugamou Palace
- Fernandez Anchorena Palace
- Haedo Palace
- Las Lilas Palace
- Marcó del Pont House
- Madero Unzué Palace
- Maguire Residence
- Municipal Palace of the City of Buenos Aires
- Ortiz Basualdo Anchorena Palace
- Ortiz Basualdo Palace
- Palace of Justice of the Nation
- Peace Palace
- Pereda Palace
- Raggio Palace
- Leloir Residence
- Villa Roccatagliata
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