Built in 1908, this theater is considered one of the four most important opera houses in the world for both its acoustics and sheer size (it is the world's largest opera house). Performances are held here (mostly classical music), and guided tours or this massive building are offered from March to November. Visit the theater's website for concert schedules.

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This theater is located on the corner of Libertad and Calle Florida in the San Nicolas barrio (district).

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Olga R.

Feb 12, 2009

The cornerstone of the present Teatro Colón was laid in 1889 under the direction of architect Francesco Tamburini and his pupil, Vittorio Meano , who designed a theatre in the Italian style on a scale and with amenities which matched those in Europe. However, delays followed due to financial difficulties, arguments regarding the location, the death of Tamburini in 1891, the murder of Meano in 1904 and the death of Angelo Ferrari , an Italian businessman who was the financing the new theatre. The building was finally completed in 1908 under the direction of the Belgian architect Julio Dormal who made some changes in the structure and left his mark in the French style of the decoration.

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Yoav K.

Jun 19, 2010

Well ,I was disapointed: while in Buenos Aires this piece of architecture was undegoing renovation works !What a pitty I could not visit it.But I hope that today it is ready.Anyway,if you are interested so much in this place,check before you go there.

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