San Isidro, Buenos Aires facts for kids
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San Isidro
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 San Isidro, Buenos Aires
Location in Greater Buenos Aires
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| Country |  Argentina |
| Province |  Buenos Aires |
| Partido | San Isidro |
| Elevation | 15 m (49 ft) |
| Population
(2001 census [INDEC])
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| • Total | 45,190 |
| CPA Base |
B 1642
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| Area code(s) | +54 11 |
San Isidro is a city in Greater Buenos Aires, Argentina. It is located about 28 kilometers (17 miles) from the main city of Buenos Aires. San Isidro is known as one of the wealthiest areas in the province.
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A Look Back: San Isidro's History
In 2007, San Isidro celebrated its 300th birthday! Many events took place at the Hippodrome and other spots around the city.
How San Isidro Started
The area first became an official settlement in 1784. It was called the Alcaldía de la Hermandad, which was like a local government office. Later, in 1850, it officially became a municipality (a self-governing town) within the province.
Sister Cities Around the World
San Isidro has special connections with other cities around the world. These are called "sister city" relationships. San Isidro is linked with Herzliya, Israel; Nagoya, Japan; and San Isidro, Peru. These connections help cities share culture and ideas.
Exploring San Isidro: Geography and Landmarks
The heart of San Isidro is a historic place. It has charming cobbled streets and old, single-story houses.
San Isidro Cathedral and Plaza Mitre
At the center of Plaza Mitre stands the beautiful neo-gothic San Isidro Cathedral. It was built in 1898. "Neo-gothic" means it's a newer building designed in the style of old Gothic churches. The plaza slopes down towards the Río de la Plata river. This riverside park is a popular spot for people to relax and drink mate, a traditional South American tea.
The plaza also hosts an antiques and crafts fair. You can find the recently opened Rugby Museum here too.
The Home of Rugby
San Isidro is often called the "National Capital of Rugby." Many important rugby players have come from this city. It also hosts big rugby matches, like the famous derby between CASI and SIC.
Getting Around: Train Stations
San Isidro has two train lines: the Mitre Line and the Tren de la Costa (which means Train of the Coast).
The Tren de la Costa station is a very old building, built in 1891. It looks like a British train station. Inside, you can find shops, a cinema, and restaurants. This station is only about 200 meters from the San Isidro Cathedral.
Historic Houses and Museums
Many large, old houses surround the historic center and line the river. The oldest is the House of General Pueyrredón. It was built in 1790 by Juan Martín de Pueyrredón and later expanded by his son, Prilidiano Pueyrredón.
This house is a national historic monument. It has a giant algarrobo tree where Pueyrredón and San Martín (two important figures in Argentina's history) discussed independence. Today, the house is the municipal historic museum of San Isidro.
Another famous home is Villa Ocampo, which belonged to the writer Victoria Ocampo. This house is now owned by Unesco and is open to visitors.
San Isidro Hippodrome
The San Isidro Hippodrome is one of Argentina's most important horse race tracks. It covers a large area of the city. The race track was built in the 1930s and has a striking architectural style.
Education in San Isidro
- Pilgrims' College
Notable People from San Isidro
- Francisco Javier Muñiz, a doctor and naturalist
- Ronald Scott, a pilot in the Fleet Air Arm during the Second World War.
Images for kids
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9 July Street, San Isidro
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Cathedral of San Isidro
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Villa Ocampo, once the home of writer Victoria Ocampo
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25 May Street
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The San Isidro National Secondary School
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Mitre Line, San Isidro station
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Tren de la Costa San Isidro R station
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Art fair, San Isidro
See also
In Spanish: San Isidro (Buenos Aires) para niños
