Balcarce, Administrative center in Buenos Aires Province, Argentina
Description
Balcarce is a city in Buenos Aires Province situated on elevated terrain with rolling hills surrounding it. Agricultural land dominates the landscape, with potato fields being the primary crop across the region.
History
The city was founded in 1876 by José de la Cuadra and José Andrés Chaves, with its first store opening a year later. This early commerce helped establish the settlement as a growing center in the rural area.
Culture
The Juan Manuel Fangio Museum displays racing cars and memorabilia of the Formula One world champion born here. The city celebrates its most famous resident through this collection that connects locals and visitors to motorsport history.
Practical
The city has a temperate climate with moderate annual temperatures and regular rainfall throughout the year. Visitors should prepare for changing weather and bring versatile clothing to stay comfortable in varying conditions.
Did you know?
The city features Art Deco buildings from the 1930s designed by architect Francisco Salamone that stand out in the rural landscape. The town hall and cemetery portal showcase his geometric style in unexpected places throughout town.
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Autódromo Juan Manuel Fangio
4.2 km
Juan Manuel Fangio Museum
276 m
Cerro El Triunfo
1.7 km
Plaza Libertad
13 m
Portal del Cementerio de Balcarce
3 km
Escuela Normal Rural
173 mMuseo Histórico Municipal
463 mMatadero Municipal Balcarce
2.2 kmCasa de la Historia y la Cultura del Bicentenario
454 mDinosaurio
1.8 kmAntigua Cantera
5.6 kmTeatro Municipal
254 mEscenario Roberto Cambare
1.6 kmAnfiteatro Salvador Saverio Bonazza
1.5 kmClub Social y Campo de Pato
3.8 kmVenus
102 mCiervo
108 mCartel de Balcarce
3 kmWork of art, sculpture
104 mWork of art, sculpture
118 mSculpture, Work of art
120 mSculpture, Work of art
110 mScenic viewpoint
5.7 kmScenic viewpoint
5.6 kmMirador Pun Antü
3 kmMirador CFA 1
6 kmMirador del Este
5.8 kmMirador de la Cruz
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