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Plaza de Mayo vs Teatro Colon
Both are recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Plaza de Mayo ranks marginally higher than Teatro Colon. Plaza de Mayo comes in at #2 in Buenos Aires with positive reviews from 7 reviewers including concierge.com, Travel + Leisure and Afar Magazine.
Plaza de Mayo
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Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Fodor's
"The plaza remains the traditional site for ceremonies, rallies, and protests. The balcony facing Plaza de Mayo is a presidential podium."
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Concierge
"At the Plaza de Mayo's center, one finds the Pirámide de Mayo, an obelisk commemorating the May uprising, and the square is bordered by the impressive Banco de la Nación."
Frommer's
"I highly recommend visiting Plaza de Mayo on a Thursday afternoon to see the Madres speak about their missing children in front of the Casa Rosada."
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"Plaza de Mayo remains the political heart of Buenos Aires, serving as a forum for protests with many camping out here overnight."
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Travel + Leisure
"When people refer to Buenos Aires as the Paris of South America, they are remembering this genteel quarter along the Avenida de Mayo."
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Teatro Colon
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Cerrito 628, Buenos Aires 1010, Argentina
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Fodor's
"Its magnitude, magnificent acoustics, and opulence (grander than Milan's La Scala) position the Teatro Colón (Colón Theater) among the world's top five opera theraters."
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Frommer's
"Buenos Aires's golden age of prosperity gave birth to this luxurious opera house."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This gorgeous and impressive seven-story building is one of BA's most prominent landmarks."
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Time Out
"With its regular lines and tempered classicism, the Colón is one of Buenos Aires' key architectural as well as cultural landmarks."
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Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"One of the best operahouses in the world, and has exceptional acoustic qualities."
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