Argentina Buenos Aires Buenos Aires
Obelisco
Iconic national monument; a towering, four-sided needle-shaped structure commemorating Argentine independence; major cultural and touristic landmark.
- s/n Avenida 9 de Julio
- https://turismo.buenosaires.gob.ar/es/otros-establecimientos/obelisco
Tips from the community
This is one of the main icons of the city. It is also use by locals to manifest or celebrate different events. This white monolith changes colors when it is a special date, either nacional or international matter.
It is easy to get there by public transportation since it is located in the middle of this busy city.
byromalaga 2 years ago
Obelisco Guides
Places to visit in Buenos Aires, ARG
byromalaga (Ro Malaga) This a bucket list of places you should include in your visit to Buenos Aires city. Mainly if its your first time there. Let yourself surprise with the beauty and history this city carries with. Before building your checklist I wanna make sure you understand the difference in between Buenos Aires as the city and Buenos Aires as the province. In Argentina, the territory is divided by provinces (like states) and there's a lot of confusion when for example I tell people I am from Buenos Aires. Many people who were lucky enough to visit it, understand I was born in the city. I totally get the confusion, that is why I wanna clarify to you, there's two different Buenos Aires. So this list is about the city itself. Let's explore!