San Telmo | |
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 Clockwise from top: the Russian Orthodox Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, Lezama Park, a Tango show in Dorrego Square and antique fairs in Defensa Street. | |
 Emblem[1] | |
 Location of San Telmo within Buenos Aires | |
| Country | Argentina |
| Autonomous City | Buenos Aires |
| Comuna | C1 |
| Important sites | Plaza Dorrego National Museum of History |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.3 km2 (0.5 sq mi) |
| Population (2001) | |
| • Total | 25,969 |
| • Density | 20,000/km2 (52,000/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC-3 (ART) |
San Telmo ("Saint Pedro González Telmo") is the oldest barrio (neighborhood) of Buenos Aires, Argentina. It is a well-preserved area of the Argentine metropolis and is characterized by its colonial buildings. Cafes, tango parlors and antique shops line the cobblestone streets, which are often filled with artists and dancers. A street named the "Illuminated Block" is where many of these important historical buildings can be found.[2]
San Telmo's attractions include old churches (e.g. San Pedro Telmo), museums, food halls and stalls, antique stores and a semi-permanent antique fair (Feria de Antigüedades) in the main public square, Plaza Dorrego. Tango-related activities for both locals and tourists are in the area.
- ^ "The emblems of the 48 barrios of Buenos Aires were presented" (Spanish) by ámbito.com 29 August 2011
- ^ "Argentina-Buenos-Aires-top-best-things-to-do-free-activities-parks-museums-tours". travel-tourist-information-guide.com. Retrieved 11 October 2015.