Plaza Matheu

Plaza Matheu is a public square in downtown La Plata with stone paths, grass areas, and a central monument located at the intersection of Avenida 1 and 66. A mix of pine, lime, ash, araucaria, and cypress trees distributed across the grounds provides shade and defines the space's natural character.

The square was named in 1901 to honor Domingo Matheu, a member of Argentina's First Government Junta. A statue of this notable figure was installed as the plaza's centerpiece in 1920, becoming a lasting symbol of the location.

The square serves as a gathering point where residents and visitors move through shaded corridors formed by mature trees and spend time on open lawns. People naturally drift toward the monuments and quieter corners, making it part of daily life in La Plata's downtown.

The plaza is easily walkable and situated at a well-connected location with multiple bus lines nearby serving the area. Paved paths run through the space, making it convenient to explore on foot without needing a vehicle.

The pathways create natural green tunnel effects when walking beneath the canopy where pines, limes, and araucarias overlap their branches. This layered tree composition has developed over decades and is actively maintained by volunteer groups.