As an American, gringo, I'm eagerly anticipating my upcoming trip to Buenos Aires, and I've been delving into the city's various neighborhoods. I was struck by the information about the "villas miserias."
From what I understand, these "villas miserias" are akin to Brazil's favelas and consist of areas with precarious housing. I'm particularly intrigued by the location of Villa 31, situated so close to the city center in the Retiro neighborhood, which is considered a privileged area.
I've read about the city's efforts to implement significant infrastructure projects to integrate the villa into an official neighborhood. Have these efforts been successful? What's the current situation?
While I realize that as a tourist, I might not have reason to visit these villas, I'm curious if other tourists have ventured there. These questions stem from my genuine interest and fascination with your city.
Thanks in advance!
From what I understand, these "villas miserias" are akin to Brazil's favelas and consist of areas with precarious housing. I'm particularly intrigued by the location of Villa 31, situated so close to the city center in the Retiro neighborhood, which is considered a privileged area.
I've read about the city's efforts to implement significant infrastructure projects to integrate the villa into an official neighborhood. Have these efforts been successful? What's the current situation?
While I realize that as a tourist, I might not have reason to visit these villas, I'm curious if other tourists have ventured there. These questions stem from my genuine interest and fascination with your city.
Thanks in advance!
