Plaza Italia (Buenos Aires Underground) Facts for Kids

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Plaza Italia

Location

Av. Santa Fe between J.L. Borges and Thames

Coordinates

34°34′53.4″S 58°25′15.9″W / 34.581500°S 58.421083°W

Platforms

Island platforms

History

Opened

23 February 1940

Services

Preceding station	Buenos Aires Underground			Following station
Palermo towards Congreso de Tucumán		Line D		Scalabrini Ortiz towards Catedral

Plaza Italia station is an important stop on Line D of the Buenos Aires Underground, also known as the subway or metro. It's located in the lively Palermo neighborhood of Buenos Aires. You can find it where Avenida Santa Fe meets the big roundabout around Plaza Italia.

This station first opened its doors on February 23, 1940. It was part of an expansion that stretched Line D from Tribunales all the way to Palermo. In 1997, Plaza Italia station was recognized as a national historic monument. This means it's a special place with a lot of history!

Explore Around Plaza Italia Station
Station Art and History
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Explore Around Plaza Italia Station

Plaza Italia station is a great starting point for exploring some cool places nearby. Many popular attractions are just a short walk away.

Visit the Buenos Aires Zoo

Right near the station, you'll find the famous Buenos Aires Zoo. It's a fun place to see many different animals from all over the world. You can learn about wildlife and conservation efforts there.

Discover the Botanical Garden

The Botanical Garden of Buenos Aires is also very close. This beautiful garden is like a living museum of plants. You can wander through different sections, each with plants from various parts of the world. It's a peaceful spot to relax and learn about nature.

See the Monument to Giuseppe Garibaldi

In the center of Plaza Italia, you'll see a large statue called the Monument to Giuseppe Garibaldi. Giuseppe Garibaldi was a famous Italian general and politician. This monument honors his important role in history.

Learn About La Rural

Close by is La Sociedad Rural Argentina, often called La Rural. This is a big exhibition center. It hosts many important events, especially agricultural shows. It's where people learn about farming and livestock in Argentina.

Station Art and History

Plaza Italia station is not just a place to catch a train. It also has interesting art and a rich history. The station's design reflects the architecture of its time.