Book Cheap Flights to Buenos Aires, Argentina
Buenos Aires features a humid subtropical climate with mild winters and hot and humid summers. January is the warmest month. The weather in the city is ideal in fall (March to May) and spring (September to November). Nature lovers can also consider visiting Buenos Aires in October and November when the jacaranda trees are in bloom.
Buenos Aires is served by Ministro Pistarini International Airport. Also known as Ezeiza International Airport, this airport is the country's largest international airport by number of passengers handled. A hub for Aerolineas Argentinas and LATAM Argentina, this international airport offers flights to a plethora of destinations around the globe including Houston, New York, Miami, Amsterdam, Madrid, London, Havana, Santa Cruz, Frankfurt, Sao Paulo, and more. Other than Ministro Pistarini International Airport, Buenos Aires is also served by Aeroparque Jorge Newbery.
Places of Interest in Buenos Aires
The capital and most populous city of Argentina, Buenos Aires is located on the western shore of the estuary of the Rio de la Plata. It is the top tourist destination in Argentina and is known for its preserved European/Spanish-style architecture and affluent cultural life. It is a multicultural city and several languages are spoken here. The major highlights of this city are its theatres, museums, and various cultural activities. The city also offers luxurious shopping centres as well as restaurants, and nightclubs.
Plaza de Mayo
A focal point of country's political life since the 1810 revolution that led to the independence of Argentina, Plaza de Mayo features many of the city's major landmarks including the Cabildo, which was the city council during the colonial era. The May Pyramid, located in the heart of Plaza de Mayo, is the oldest national monument in the city.
Recoleta Cemetery
Established in 1822, Recoleta Cemetery is a cemetery where the elite of the Argentina are located. It comprises over 4,500 above-ground vaults, among which 94 have been declared as national historical monuments. Recoleta Cemetery is also a place to witness marble mausoleums and statuary sculpted by popular artists.
Carlos Thays Botanical Garden
Named after a famous French landscape artist Carlos Thays, Carlos Thays Botanical Garden was the pet project of this legendary artist and is home to over 5,000 flora species. It is an excellent place to escape from the hustle and bustle of the city and relish strolling or just sitting on a bench and enjoy reading.
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