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La Plata
La Plata is the capital city of Buenos Aires Province, the main state of Argentina. It is placed on the "pampa húmeda" (wet pampas), 56 kilometres south-east of Buenos Aires city, at 34º 55' south latitude and 57º 17' west longitude.
Understand
It covers an area of 940.38 km2 and it's at 9,87 mts. above the sea level.
Its weather is mild, with an annual average temperature of 16.3C and an average rainfall of 1023 mm per year. The average humidity is of 77.6% and the predominant southeast winds blow during four months in the year.
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Drink
Wilkenny Irish Pub & Restaurant. Calle 11 y 50.
Sleep
Howard Johnson Inn Corregidor, Calle 6 n° 1026 ( entre 53 y 54 ) - La Plata C.P. B1900DJF Buenos Aires - Argentina, Tel: (54 221) 425-6800, Fax (54 221) 425-6805, . Four Stars Hotel.
La Plata is the capital city of the province of Buenos Aires, Argentina, as well as of the partido of La Plata. The city was planned to serve as the capital of the province after the city of Buenos Aires was declared as the federal district in 1880. Per the , the city proper has a population of 574,369 and its metropolitan area has 694,253 inhabitants.
La Plata was officially founded by governor Dardo Rocha on November 19 1882.
Its current mayor is Julio Alak.
History and brief description
Rocha decided to erect a new city to host the provincial government institutions and the planned university. Urban planner Pedro Benoit designed a city layout based on a rationalist conception of urban centers. The city (see figure) has the shape of a square with a central park and two diagonal avenues, north-south and east-west. This design is copied in a self-similar manner in small blocks of six by six blocks in length. Other than the diagonals, all streets are on a rectangular grid, and are numbered consecutively. Thus, La Plata is nicknamed "la ciudad de las diagonales" ("city of diagonals"). It is also called "la ciudad de los tilos" ("city of tilia") because of the large number of linden trees lining the streets.
The city design and its buildings are said to possess a strong Freemason symbolism. This is said to be a consequence of both Rocha and Benoit being Freemasons.
The designs for the government buildings were chosen in an international architectural competition. Thus, the Governor Palace was designed by Italians, City Hall by Germans, etc. Electric street lighting was installed in 1884, and was the first of its kind in Latin America.
The cathedral of La Plata, in Gothic style, is the largest church in Argentina.
The Curutchet House is one of the two buildings by Le Corbusier in South America (with Gustavo Capanema Palace in Rio de Janeiro).
The La Plata University was founded in 1897 and nationalized in 1905. It is well-known for its observatory and paleontology museum. Ernesto Sabato graduated in physics; he went on to teach at the Sorbonne and the MIT before becoming a famed novelist. Doctor René...
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Hotels in La Plata
 | Buenos Aires Base  |
Score 5 from 1 reviews | | Araoz ,1997 |  |
| Cancellation Policy: If cancelled up to 1 day before the date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.
Children and Extra Bed Policy: All children are welcome.
All children under 3 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots.
All older children or adults stay free of charge for extra beds.
There is no capacity for extra beds in the room.
Maximum capacity of babycots in a room is 1.
Deposit Policy: No deposit will be charged.
VAT and city/tourist taxes: VAT is included.
Service charge is included.
City/tourist tax is included.
Internet: Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Meal Plan: Buffet breakfast is included in the room rate.
Parking: No parking available.
Pets: Pets are not allowed.
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The night life in Buenos Aires is famous worldwide because of all the variety of entertainment it has to offer to its residents as well as to visitors. A night out in Buenos Aires is next to none in entertainment value and variety, there is something for everyone, all in a safe and vibrant environment.
Enjoy a TANGO show that will contribute to make your stay in this magical city unforgettable.
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| Buenos Aires by Bike |
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A guided excursion around Buenos Aires by bike includes a conceptual trip of urban interpretations, with historical and anecdotal information.
The trip includes traditional urban landscapes and places unvisited by most tourists. You'll have the opportunity to feel the pulse of the social and cultural intimacy of every place. Far from being just a spectator of the city you'll have the chance to live the sounds, smells and rhythms of Buenos Aires.
Your guides are fun people with a solid background. They are the ones responsible for your safety in each tour. They will also provide all necessary equipment: bikes, safety items - helmets and buoys, food and drinks. To enjoy this trip, all you have to bring is yourself!
There are two routes available, 'South Tour' and 'North Tour'. You must select which route you wish to take at time of booking.
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| Argentinean Fiesta Gaucha |
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This is a visit to a typical 'Estancia' (Ranch) of the Argentinean wet pampas, one of the most fertile natural prairies of the world and famous for its meat and cereal production.
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