Buenos Aires: One of the world’s largest cities in which there are over 11,000,000 habitants. It is also the most elegant and active city in South America and the one that summarizes the heterogeneous essence of Argentines. With a modern, hip structure and dynamic activity, it has managed to preserve old traditions and endearing corners. Visitors feel fascinated because of its environment, because neighborhoods have all different personalities, and also because people are warm and there is a wide range of shopping and cultural proposals. Buenos Aires is surrounded by the splendid Argentine nature and it is the great cosmopolitan door to South America.

Buenos Aires City Tour: Discover the beauty and wonders of Buenos Aires, view the National Congress, the Metropolitan Cathedral next to the Government House in May Square area. Admire the Colon Theater, one of the most important opera houses in Latin America. Visit San Telmo, a traditional neighborhood where Tango performances can be seen in many cafes and restaurants. Stop at the colorful neighborhood of La Boca, home of mostly Italian immigrant families and now many artists. Enjoy Palermo, an area that combines its architecture and history with entertainment and amusement in its green spaces. Finally, La Recoleta, an exclusive and elegant neighborhood where the famous cemetery is found; although it may seem unusual, fashionable restaurants, bars, cafes, discos and a cinema complex also surround the area.

Colon Theatre: Is one of the best opera houses in the world. Opened in 1908 under the name of Teatro Colon, this theatre, with 2,367 seats and standing room for 1,000, took twenty years to complete its construction. This theatre is situated in 9 de Julio Avenue which is the center of the city, but the main entrance is on Libertad Street. If you love theatre, then you must visit and tour the underground rehearsal halls and main hall. There is also has an Institute of Art that provides training on lyrics and dance. The Theater attracts talent from across the globe and has hosted many great opera artists such as Jane Bathuri, Arturo Toscanini, Luciano Pavarotti, Renata Tebaldi, Titta Ruffo, Giacomo Lauri-Volpi.

Puerto Madero: This neighborhood developed from the conversion of the old dikes and docks that constituted the old port of Buenos Aires, into a touristic recreational activity area. The big English-style buildings that composed the docks were demolished and transformed into restaurants, cinemas, offices and a university. The dikes moorings were made for private boats and tourist military ships such as the “Corvette Uruguay” and the” Frigate Sarmiento”.

Tango Show: Tango music is loved by everybody around the world. Argentina is tango homeland.
We invite you to enjoy the glamour, excitement and sophistication of argentine's best music.
In the very heart of San Telmo neighborhood, this refurbished historic "conventillo" is a classic building of the Buenos Aires culture. La Ventana is a trip to older times. The interior architectural style is preserved and creates de ideal setting for a unique experience; 35 artist in scene, two Tango orchestras, a folklore band, dancers and singers, a menu that consist on several traditional and international dishes, and a list of excellent Argentine wines.

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