During the 300 years from the city’s second foundation in 1580 until the 1880′s Buenos Aires remained a surprisingly humble place… a far cry from the grandiose city it is today. Early paintings & engravings of Buenos Aires, however, show one remarkable feature—church domes. It was the beginning of a trend. By 1900 when immigration was at its peak, European-born architects brought European-inspired design with them & showered the city in domes. This singular feature makes visitors feel more like they are on the Viejo Continente rather than the New World.
While the itinerary does not contain a complete listing of domes in Buenos Aires–a worthy but monumental task–the 75 domes selected represent a sample of the city’s finest. This map-based PDF helps you discover even more of this fascinating city. Below are some of its features:
- Historical background
- Quick guide to architectural styles:
- Six pages of easy-to-read maps:
- Original artwork:
Need some gorgeous examples? Check out these two photo essays for a sneak peek at some of the domes listed in the PDF: Buenos Aires Domes 1 & Buenos Aires Domes 2.
Price: US $2.99 via PayPal. A link to download the PDF will appear after payment is confirmed. Be sure to hit the “Complete Transaction” button after payment to see the download link. Use Adobe Acrobat Reader to open & print the file.
Duration: Spend as much time as you like. This is not a guided walk with ordered stops, & few people will want to see each & every dome. However this listing represents one fun way to explore the city.
Format: A4 landscape, 11 pages.
Suggestions:
- Accompany this PDF with a Guía T, available at any kiosk which sells magazines & newspapers. Besides a handy, complete map of Buenos Aires, it provides subway & bus info to reach dome that are not near the city center.
- Photographers may prefer the calm of Sunday mornings when the city center empties out.
- For a good starting point with a high density of domes, begin to explore from Plaza de Mayo & gradually wander west.
- Have fun & enjoy the walk!
Release date: 16 Oct 2011
** All parts of the PDF including the design & all listings are copyrighted. It is NOT for redistribution, resale or reprinting.
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