Sáenz Peña, Public square in Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Sáenz Peña is a public square in the Tijuca neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The square and the surrounding area form the main commercial and social center of the neighborhood, with shops, services, and busy streets all around.

In the 19th century, the square was known as Largo da Fábrica das Chitas, after a calico printing factory that stood nearby. It was renamed in 1911 to honor the Argentine presidents Luis and Roque Sáenz Peña.

The square is a gathering place for residents of Tijuca, who use it as a reference point for meeting and shopping. Its name is often used to refer to the whole commercial area around it, showing how central it is to daily life in the neighborhood.

The square is easy to reach on foot from nearby streets and by public transport, and it serves as a natural meeting point. It is busiest during the day, so mornings are a good time to explore the area at a slower pace.

The square's name honors two Argentine presidents, a detail that surprises many visitors who assume it refers to a Brazilian figure. The change happened in the early 20th century, when the area was already a busy commercial hub.