Calle Lanín, Open-air art street in Barracas, Argentina
The houses along Calle Lanín display colorful murals and artistic designs on their facades, creating a continuous outdoor gallery across two blocks.
In 1990, artist Marino Santa María started this transformation by decorating his own house facade, leading to a neighborhood-wide artistic movement.
The street exhibits 35 decorated house fronts that demonstrate the integration of residential architecture with contemporary Argentine artistic expression.
Visitors can reach Calle Lanín by taking bus routes 45, 100, or 60 from Calle 9 de Julio and getting off at the Brandsen intersection.
Each building facade features distinct geometric patterns and color combinations, creating an architectural collection that transforms the residential street.
Location: Buenos Aires
GPS coordinates: -34.64011,-58.37989
Latest update: March 6, 2025 10:20
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