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Buenos Aires, Argentina > Buenos Aires attractions > Jardín Botánico Carlos Thays | Carlos Thays Botanic Gardens Jardín Botánico Carlos Thays | Carlos Thays Botanic GardensSanta Fe 3951 (@ Plaza Italia); Tel. +(011.54.11) 4831-4527/4614
The Jardín Botánico Carlos Thays is a pleasant escape amidst the bustle that surrounds Plaza Italia and the neighboring Parque Zoologico. Here is where you'll find Argentina's national flower, the Cockspur coral tree (Erythrina crista-galli L), along with native flowers and plants. 31 pieces of art, primarily sculpture, dot the park making a walk through the flowered haven both relaxing and educational. The yearly celebration of the Jardín Botánico takes place the second Thursday in October, the beginning of spring, when flowers are in bloom and the excitement of new growth and fresh possibilities fill the air. The celebration is complete with adult and children's activities, along with tours, classes, and special musical and literary performances. Check the website or call for more details. The Jardin Botanico takes up roughly 4 blocks with major streets on each side allowing for easy access. There are several entrances; the most prevelant on Avenida Santa Fe, across from Calle Armenia. There is a wide seating area and children's' jungle-gym at the entrance on Calle Saudia Arabia at Calle Beruti, and across from the Parque Zoologico. A wide gate and welcoming entrance with a fountain and statue garden lead visitors inside. Tours are available: Sa & Su 10:30am and 3:30pm. Night tours are given the last Friday of every month- sign up by calling at least 24 hours in advance. All tours are free of charge. In the summer months, you'll find yoga and tai-chi classes practicing on the open lawns, men with time on their hands playing chess on the stone tables while friends and lovers stroll the park. Though not a massive space in and of itself, the Botanical Garderns of Palermo are a great little escape from city life.
—Jardín Botánico Carlos Thays | Carlos Thays Botanic Gardens review by Gena Mavuli
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