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The idea of constructing July 9 Avenue (La Avenida 9 de Julio) was proposed during the time of Mayor Francisco Seeber (1889–1890). It was hoped to be like an artery that crossed through from the north to the south, connecting the two.
Jun 22, 2012 · Some of Buenos Aires’ main landmarks can be seen along the way; most notably, the Obelisk, that sits in the middle of 9 de Julio, the original French Embassy, the statue of Don Quixote, the Teatro Colon and the former Ministry of Communications building - the only building that sits on the avenue itself at the intersection with Moreno street.
Avenida 9 de Julio. With a remarkable width of 140 meters, Avenida 9 de Julio is one of the main arteries of Buenos Aires. The name of the avenue commemorates the day on which the Independence of Argentina was declared, July 9, 1816. The avenue is located in the center of the city, connecting the north with the south from Plaza Constitución to ...
In Buenos Aires: The independent capital. Named 9 de Julio (July 9) after the official national day of independence, that block-wide swath was cut through the city in the 1930s and opened officially in October 1937. Read More.
- The majestic embassy. At the northern end of 9 de Julio is the former Palácio Ortiz Basualdo, magnificent Beaux Arts building which since 1939 has housed the French Embassy in Buenos Aires.
- The stunning Teatro Colón. Slightly further north from the obelisk is one of the world’s greatest opera houses, the grand Teatro Colón. Acclaimed for its acoustics and spectacular architecture, this theatre has hosted many international ballet and opera legends and is a must-see for any visitor.
- The iconic obelisk. The obelisk is one of Buenos Aires’ most famous landmarks marking the key junction of 9 de Julio with Avenida Corrientes, where you’ll find the city’s theatre district.
- The chalet on the skyline. Look up and scan the skyline when you’re at the obelisk and you might find a surprising piece of eccentric architecture. On top of a 9-floor building flanking this busy thoroughfare, there’s a quaint chalet that looks very out of place indeed.
Jan 21, 2011 · Avenida 9 de Julio â one of the world's largest avenues. (Oliver Strewe/LPI) Find respite from the urban highway in one of the elegant green plazoletas and gardens that decorate the one-kilometre ...
History and overview. The avenue and obelisk on their 1937 inaugural. The avenue in 2007. The idea of constructing July 9 Avenue ( La Avenida 9 de Julio) was proposed during the time of Mayor Francisco Seeber (1889–1890). It was hoped to be like an artery that crossed through from the north to the south, connecting the two.
