Plaza de Mayo (Buenos Aires Underground) Facts for Kids

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Plaza de Mayo

Location

Hipólito Yrigoyen and Defensa

Coordinates

34°36′31.9″S 58°22′15″W / 34.608861°S 58.37083°W

Platforms

Island platforms

History

Opened

1 December 1913

Services

Preceding station	Buenos Aires Underground			Following station
Perú towards San Pedrito		Line A		Terminus

Plaza de Mayo is a subway station in Buenos Aires, Argentina. It is part of Line A of the Buenos Aires Underground system. This station was one of the very first to open in the city. It began operating on December 1, 1913. It connected with the Plaza Miserere station.

Exploring Plaza de Mayo Station
Station Gallery
Places to Visit Nearby
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Exploring Plaza de Mayo Station

This station is located where Hipólito Yrigoyen and Defensa streets meet. This area is in the Montserrat neighborhood. Plaza de Mayo is a very busy station. This is because it is the starting point of Line A. It is also in the historic heart of Buenos Aires.

Important Buildings Nearby

Many important public buildings are close to the station. These include the Casa Rosada, which is the official office of the President of Argentina. You can also find the Ministry of Economy here. The Metropolitan Cathedral is also nearby. This is a very important church. The Buenos Aires City Hall is also just a short walk away.

The Famous Plaza de Mayo Square

The station is named after the Plaza de Mayo. This is the most important square in the city. In the past, during colonial times, it was the main square. The city of Buenos Aires grew around it. The Plaza de Mayo has always been a place for people to gather and express their opinions. It is also a popular spot for tourists. The Pirámide de Mayo (May Pyramid) monument stands in the center of the square.

Puerto Madero District

Just a few hundred meters from the station is the Puerto Madero district. This is another popular area for visitors. It has modern buildings and a beautiful waterfront.

A National Historic Monument

In 1997, Plaza de Mayo station was given a special honor. It was declared a national historic monument. This means it is an important part of Argentina's history and culture.