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The barrio of La Boca is colorful with its painted metal buildings and artwork lining the sidewalks. This area is known for the bright colors and lively themes of La Boca's artists.
The Riachuelo River runs through the barrio and although it has a reputation for being filthy, there have been efforts to clean up the waterfront. La Boca is prone to flooding so the sidewalks are very high off the streets in some areas.
The Boca Juniors soccer team calls La Boca home. The stadium is nicknamed Bombondera or "bon-bon". Stadium tours are given for a small fee and a great gift shop for sports enthusiasts is on site. There are numerous souvenir shops outside the stadium, also.
The day we visited a group of young boys paraded down the street, entertaining the visitors with accordion music. They received tokens of appreciation from the spectators. Address: CaminitoDirections: Buenos Aires
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If you could only go to one place in Buenos Aires, it would be El Caminito. The "little street" is located in La Boca, a neighborhood synonymous with immigrants. This is where the metal siding of buildings was painted in red, blue and yellow designs.
Today, tourists come here to buy soveniers and to watch the tango while having lunch. On weekends, artists line up along a nearby street to sell their work. The restaurants and shops are only open during the day. Address: El Caminito in La Boca neighborhood, Buenos Aires
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 National historic Museum by Sonador3
Tuesday through Friday 10:30am to 5pm. Saturday 1:30pm to 6pm. Guided tours are available on Saturdays at 3pm. Leave a Comment Phone: 4307-1182Directions: 1600 Defensa Street in the Parque Lazama
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 Wax Museum by Sonador3
Professor Domingo I. Tellechea, who was an expert in wax modeling, art remodeling and taxidermy opened it in 1980. The museum was started to up with the purpose of creating a space to connect art and history.
Inside the museum is actually quite small, and it doesn't take much time to see all of the exhibits. Nor does it seem very popular (I spent a total of 15 minutes here looking around, which in retrospect is how all museums should be!). The figures were unique and lifelike and told a tale of the city's and more specifically La Boca's history.
Open Monday thru Friday from 10am to 6pm and Weekends from 11am to 8:30pm Leave a Comment Phone: 4301-1749Directions: 1261 Del Valle Iberlucea Street Close to Calle Caminito in La BocaWebsite: www.museodecera.com.ar
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Imagination ! by Bwana_Brown
The residents of this neighbourhood seem to relish coming up with odd-ball things to display, and this caricature sticking out of a window above one of the streets was my favourite! This part of La Boca is a real 'tourist trap' area, and many of the stores and shops had gimmicks of various kinds set up, such as full-size Tango dancer mock-ups where you could stick your face in the empty hole and have your photo taken. Speaking of which, there was also a live couple doing Tango performances and also photo taking sessions with willing participants (see my Local Customs tips for more details). We did not have any problems in our short time in La Boca, but many of the tourist guides still advise to stick only to this small part of La Boca for your own safety, especially at night. Better to be in a tourist trap area than to be mugged!
Despite the rain, it was still quite humid and sticky and it was also close to 4 PM , so we decided to call it quits. Time for another taxi back to our hotel to pick up our luggage and then head for the International Airport.
Ciao Argentina, it was an absolutely fantastic two weeks!! Leave a Comment
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 Caminito by hekate
Once a poor living area now it is a typical tourist spot. What makes the place notable are the colorful houses. The place is also something like open air market for sculptures, artwork and handicrafts.
There are also souvenir shops selling the usual tourist gear - T-shirts, cups, etc. plus tango tapes and CDs.
Walking around the place was nice but I can not say it was my biggest thrill in Buenos Aires. It took me not more than 20 minutes to see Caminito.
So basically, my advise is: If it is on your way, go and see it. Otherwise, in my opinion, there are more intersting things to do and to see in a great city like Buenos Aires. Leave a Comment Address: La Boca
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La Boca reminded me a lot of Olvera Street in Los Angeles, a place of some historical interest that has been "saved" by the almighty tourist dollar. La Boca was a shipyard, the city's original Little Italy and the tango originated here in the bordelos.
It would be easy to dismiss La Boca as a tourist trap, our guidebook was so uncomplimentary that we almost didn't go, but our Cicerone guide took us there on the public bus so we got to see it without the throng of tourists from one of the city tours.
Caminito is La Boca's most famous street, colorful houses line both sides of the street, the patchwork of colors comes from the days when the immigrants used the leftover paint from the shipping barges. Yes, there are bunches of little shops selling tacky tourist shlock, but mixed in is some pretty interesting art and a vivid history.
Most of the things I've read about La Boca caution you about straying too far from Caminito or visiting La Boca at night so take heed should you head to this area. Leave a Comment
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 Russian Church by Sonador3
Religious ceremonies are held Saturdays at 6pm and Sundays at 10am. Between Defensa and Balcarce Streets. Leave a Comment Directions: 315 Brasil Street near the Parque Lazama and Defensa street
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Colourful La Boca is a working class barrio (neighbourhood), famous for its multi-coloured wooden and corrugated-iron houses and delightful, interesting murals. The best-known street, that represents the history of La Boca and the tango, is Caminito, where artists, street performers and tango dancers gather together. You can find numerous little shops, art galleries, bars and restaurants and there is a big chance that you'll be presented with the tango show while having your glass of wine.
The colourful district heavily influenced Benito Quinquela Martin, one of Argentina's most famous painters, whose work can be seen at the Museo de Bellas Artes Quinquela Martin. This barrio is also well-known for its football team, Boca Juniors (for whom the legendary Diego Maradona played), and the stadium, La Bombonera. A stroll around La Boca is a must for every visitor of Buenos Aires.
more pics in the Travelogue Directions: south-east of the city, near the port; bus 152
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