La Plata Partido

La Plata Partido is an administrative district in Buenos Aires Province, spread across several neighborhoods and smaller towns with La Plata city at its core. The area includes diverse residential zones, educational institutions, recreational spaces, and commercial centers that serve the local population.

The partido was created in 1882 when provincial leaders decided to establish a new capital city separate from Buenos Aires. This decision transformed the region and became a turning point for the province's growth.

The National University of La Plata shapes daily life here with its libraries, classrooms, and research centers where thousands of students and scholars work. Its museums hold collections of fossils and artifacts that connect people to South America's distant past.

The area is well connected to Buenos Aires by highway, with trains and buses linking the various neighborhoods throughout the district. Visitors can easily reach most locations using public transportation or by traveling between different zones.

Within the district lie two contrasting spaces that draw visitors: a theme park designed for children and a large nature park with centuries-old trees. These two destinations offer very different experiences despite being in the same administrative area.

Location: Buenos Aires Province

Capital city: La Plata

Elevation above the sea: 23 m

Website: https://laplata.gob.ar/#

GPS coordinates: -34.91667,-57.95000

Latest update: December 14, 2025 19:28