Guardacostas Building, Government building in Puerto Madero, Argentina
The Guardacostas Building is a ten-story structure in Puerto Madero with a curved façade and large windows overlooking the waterfront. Bronze doors at the entrance are decorated with maritime reliefs, emphasizing the building's connection to the sea.
Construction began in 1945 and finished in 1949 as a rationalist structure originally intended for the Ministry of Marine. The building later became the headquarters of the National Coast Guard and witnessed significant political events of that era.
This structure houses the National Coast Guard and represents how maritime protection evolved in Argentina over the decades. The building's role in managing waterfront activities shows how important shipping and coastal defense remain to the city.
The building sits between Eduardo Madero and Alicia Moreau de Justo avenues in an easily accessible location near the harbor. The surrounding area has good walking paths and is part of the modern Puerto Madero neighborhood with restaurants and public spaces.
The structure sustained damage during the 1955 Plaza de Mayo bombing, an event that linked its history to a turbulent moment in Argentine politics. These marks serve as a reminder to visitors of the dramatic past that the building endured.
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