Buenos Aires - Palermo Palermo
Palermo is the major recreational spot for all Porteños where there are several large parks and small lakes. The wide open spaces of Palermo were once dictator Juan Manuel de Rosas' private retreat, now the area is home to a plethora of ethnic restaurants and avant garde fashion.
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Jardín Botánico
Amongst the lakes, bridges and sculptures found in the 8ha/19.8ac Jardín Botánico c 1898 are 5,000 flower species from around the world including all the species found in Argentina plus French and Italian Gardens, a herb museum and horticultural school.
Plaza Italia
Handicrafts and jewelry can be bought at the weekend fair at the busy Plaza Italia intersected by Santa Fe, Las Heras, and Sarmiento.
Rose Garden Walk
Paseo del Rosedal is found in Palermo. As well as the roses the Rose Garden contains picturesque fountains and statues of literati.
Zoological Garden
Jardín Zoológico in Buenos Aires, where indigenous monkeys and birds live amid the 300 species in the 18ha/44.5ac park also includes an aquarium with an amphitheater where animals interact with the public.
