Recoleta, Buenos Aires

Recoleta, situated in the northern part of Buenos Aires, along the shores of the Río de la Plata, is a vibrant neighborhood renowned for its distinct features. Notably, it houses the distinguished Recoleta Cemetery and is recognized for its affluence, boasting some of the most expensive real estate in the city.

The character of the Recoleta neighborhood is defined by its rich cultural offerings. Beyond its historic landmarks, this area hosts the National Fine Arts Museum (Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes), the National Library of Argentina, the Recoleta Cultural Center, and various other exhibition spaces.

Despite extensive urban development, Recoleta maintains ample green expanses. Along the Libertador and Figueroa Alcorta Avenues, you'll find the República Federativa do Brasil Park, which faces the University of Buenos Aires School of Law. Additionally, numerous plazas enhance the neighborhood's charm, such as Plaza Rubén Darío, Plaza República Oriental del Uruguay, Plaza República Chile, Plaza Francia, Plaza Intendente Alvear, Plaza Dante Alighieri, and Plazoleta Raúl Soldi. Notably, Plaza Vicente López y Planes, recently revitalized, graces the intersection of Montevideo and Paraná Streets.

A particularly noteworthy sight is the enormous rubber tree in Plaza Francia, situated across from the cemetery. Its expansive lower branches, resembling tentacles, provide shade for the popular terrace of La Biela. Known as the Gran Gomero, this tree was planted in 1791 by Martín José Altolaguirre, the former landowner, and spans an impressive 50 meters in width.