Floresta, Residential district in western Buenos Aires, Argentina
Floresta is a residential neighborhood in western Buenos Aires bordered by Avenida Directorio, Portela, Cuenca, and Avenida Gaona streets. The district features a mix of residential buildings and public spaces that support everyday community life.
The Buenos Aires Western Railway opened its first terminal station here in 1857, triggering the neighborhood's growth. This early rail connection drew residents and shaped westward expansion across the city.
The Floresta Cultural and Historical Society maintains a library dedicated to preserving local documents and organizing neighborhood educational activities.
The neighborhood includes sports venues such as Estadio Islas Malvinas, home to the All Boys football club. Local shops, cafés, and public transit connections make it easy to navigate the area and reach other parts of the city.
This neighborhood saw the launch of Buenos Aires' first bus line, which ran along Avenida Rivadavia from Lacarra Street to Primera Junta. This early transit innovation connected the western outskirts to the city center and changed urban movement.
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