February 16, 2010

Buenos Aires declared its independence from Spain on May 25, 1810, so this year they are celebrating a bicentennial. Many planned renovations are on hold due to the slow economy, and it was not uncommon to come across this sign "cerrado por refacciones".








Museo de Arte Moderno housed in a recyled tobacco warehouse has been under reconstuctions since 2008.

The Jesuits first arrive in 1605. They built the Church of San Ignacio in 1722. In 1767 they were expelled by King Carlos III. About 100 years ago, tunnels were discovered under the church, some with English and French goods from the early 18th century, leading to the conjecture that the Jesuits were involved in smuggling, as only trade with Spain was allowed at the time.