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Argentina Buenos Aires
Plaza de Mayo Date: circa 1900
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Media ID 14113112
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Aires Argentina Buenos Mayo Plaza
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1. Title: "A Glimpse into Buenos Aires' Past: Plaza de Mayo, Circa 1900" This evocative black-and-white photograph captures the historic Plaza de Mayo in Buenos Aires, Argentina, as it appeared around the turn of the 20th century. The image, taken circa 1900, offers an intriguing window into the city's rich history and the daily life of its residents during this period. At the heart of the plaza stands the iconic Cabildo, a beautiful neoclassical building that served as the seat of government for the Spanish Viceroyalty of the Río de la Plata. Its red-tiled roof and ornate facade are a striking contrast against the clear blue sky. Surrounding the Cabildo, the plaza is filled with horse-drawn carriages, vendors, and people dressed in the fashion of the time. The Plaza de Mayo has been a focal point of Buenos Aires since its founding in 1580. It has witnessed significant events in Argentine history, including the May Revolution in 1810, which led to the country's independence from Spain. Today, the plaza remains a popular tourist destination and a symbol of Argentine pride. This photograph, from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Prints Online, provides a fascinating glimpse into the past. It invites us to imagine the sights, sounds, and smells of Buenos Aires over a century ago and to appreciate the city's enduring history.
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