Republic of the Children, Theme park and national monument in Manuel B. Gonnet, Argentina.
The Republic of the Children occupies 53 hectares with 35 miniature buildings representing governmental institutions, including a parliament, courthouse, and airport.
Established in 1951 on former Swift Golf Club grounds, this educational facility became the first theme park in the Americas under President Juan Domingo Perón.
The park functions as an educational space where children learn about civic structures through physical interaction with scaled-down replicas of governmental buildings.
Visitors can access the park information, schedules, and ticket prices through the official website or contact the administration by telephone.
The architectural design of the buildings influenced theme parks worldwide, featuring elements that later appeared in other recreational facilities across the Americas.
Location: Manuel Bernardo Gonnet
Inception: November 26, 1951
Website: https://republica.laplata.gob.ar/site
GPS coordinates: -34.88792,-58.02136
Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:49
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