El Ateneo Grand Splendid, Eclectic architecture bookstore in Recoleta, Argentina
El Ateneo Grand Splendid occupies a converted 1919 theater building with ornate balconies, detailed frescoes, and red curtains framing the entrance.
The building started as Teatro Grand Splendid in 1919, transformed into a cinema in the 1920s, and became a bookstore in 2000.
The store houses over 120,000 books across multiple levels, with reading areas set in former theater boxes and a cafe on the original stage.
Visitors can explore the bookstore daily, with operating hours from 9:00 to 21:00 Monday through Saturday and 12:00 to 21:00 on Sundays.
Italian artist Nazareno Orlandi painted the central dome with an allegory representing peace after World War I, which remains intact today.
Location: Buenos Aires
Inception: 2000
Architectural style: eclectic architecture
Operator: Yenny - El Ateneo
Address: Avenida Sante Fe 1860, Recoleta, 1123 Buenos Aires C1123AAN
Opening Hours: Monday-Saturday 09:00-21:00; Sunday 12:00-21:00
Phone: +541148136052
Website: https://yenny-elateneo.com
GPS coordinates: -34.59598,-58.39426
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:12
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