Retiro

Retiro is an administrative district located in the northeastern part of Buenos Aires that combines multiple urban functions in one area. It contains three major train terminals, a subway station, office buildings, residences, and sits near the Río de la Plata waterfront.

The district grew in the early 1700s as a trade center for enslaved people when European trading companies operated here until 1739. After this period, the area transformed into a wealthy residential neighborhood with modern transportation infrastructure.

Plaza San Martín serves as the main green meeting point, surrounded by French-style mansions built in the early 1900s that still define the neighborhood's character. These buildings remind visitors of the wealth and taste of families who lived here generations ago.

The district functions as a major transportation hub with three train terminals and a subway station connecting to different lines across the city. The concentration of transit options makes it easy to reach other neighborhoods and areas beyond.

Villa 31 is a large informal settlement that grew near the port starting in the 1930s and today houses tens of thousands of residents. This community exists alongside wealthier sections, creating stark contrasts that reflect the city's social diversity.