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PUERTO MADERA
Up until the late 80s
or early 90s, this old port area had fallen into severe disrepair.
Homelessness was a serious problem as was crime. Now, however, it has
become the
"newest" and safest section of Buenos Aires. You see new construction
everywhere.
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Interesting bridge that swings open to allow traffic to pass. |
And there it goes! |
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Wide Open! |
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Construction cranes are the national bird of Puerto Madero! |
They're everywhere (off to the right in this shot). |
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View from the Hilton of new, modern buildings in Puerto Madero. |
A multi-million yacht visiting from London. |
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Nice Marina |
Cabana Las Lilas restaurant is just down and to the left. This walkway
becomes absolutely packed late at night. |
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Nice night view of the Hilton - left center in shot. |
Night shot from our Hilton room. |
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Original off-loading crane. They kept them for atmosphere. |
The Buque Museo Fragata (frigate museum) in Puerto Madero. |
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Some dude brought his pony down to please his kids. |
In the red brick building and to the right is the city's best shrine to meat
- Cabana Las Lilas. But book reservations early! |
SNAPSHOTS FROM BUENOS AIRES
Buenos Aires Street Scenes Uno
Buenos Aires Street Scenes Dos
Recoleta Cemetary (Where Evita is
Buried)
Calle Florida & An Incredible Book Store
San Telmo
La Boca
Rose Parque
Puerto Madero
Tigre - The River Delta Town
Presidential Office Complex
Hilton Hotel - Puerto Madero
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