Bosques de Palermo
Buenos Aires
Bosques de Palermo, officially known as Parque Tres de Febrero, is an expansive urban park of approximately 400 hectares located in the Palermo neighborhood of Buenos Aires, Argentina. Established in 1875, the park is renowned for its beautifully landscaped groves, artificial lakes, and the iconic Rose Garden (El Rosedal), which features over 12,000 roses across more than 90 species. Designed initially by Jordán Czeslaw Wysocki and architect Julio Dormal and later expanded by French Argentine urbanist Carlos Thays, the park blends natural beauty with cultural attractions such as the Galileo Galilei Planetarium and the Eduardo Sívori Museum. Visitors can enjoy boating on the lakes, stroll through the Poets' Garden with busts of literary figures like Jorge Luis Borges and William Shakespeare, or explore the Japanese Garden-the largest outside Japan. The park serves as a vital recreational space for locals and tourists alike, offering walking and cycling paths, picnic areas, and vibrant flora and fauna including diverse bird and fish species. Its historical significance, combined with its cultural and ecological features, makes Bosques de Palermo a must-visit destination in Buenos Aires.
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Astuce: The best time to visit Bosques de Palermo is during spring and early summer when the rose gardens are in full bloom. Weekends see a higher number of visitors, so visiting on weekdays can offer a more peaceful experience. Boat rides on the lakes and entry to attractions like the Planetarium and Eduardo Sívori Museum require tickets, which can be purchased onsite or online in advance to avoid queues. Many areas of the park are free to enter, and discounts are often available for students and seniors. Comfortable walking shoes and sun protection are recommended due to the park's large size and open spaces.
Faits intéressants
- •Bosques de Palermo spans approximately 400 hectares, making it one of the largest urban parks in Buenos Aires.
- •The Rose Garden (El Rosedal) contains over 12,000 roses across more than 90 species and won the Garden Excellence Award in 2012 from the World Federation of Rose Societies.
- •The Galileo Galilei Planetarium features a distinctive modernist dome supported by three arches and is a popular educational destination for astronomy.
- •The park once hosted the Buenos Aires Grand Prix Formula Libre race on a temporary circuit between 1948 and 1950.
- •The Japanese Garden within the park is the largest Japanese garden outside Japan, inaugurated in 1967 during a visit by Crown Prince Akihito and Princess Michiko.
Histoire
Following the 1852 overthrow of Governor Juan Manuel de Rosas, his extensive properties in northern Buenos Aires were converted into public lands.
In 1862, a municipal ordinance designated the area for a city park.
Construction began in 1874 under the guidance of urbanist Jordán Czeslaw Wysocki and architect Julio Dormal, leading to the park's inauguration in 1875.
The park was named Parque Tres de Febrero in honor of the date marking Rosas' defeat.
Between 1892 and 1912, French Argentine urbanist Carlos Thays expanded and beautified the park, adding key features such as the Botanical Gardens, the Rose Garden, and the Zoological Gardens.
Subsequent additions included the Andalusian Patio and the Monument to the Four Argentine Regions in 1927, the Municipal Velodrome in 1951, and the Galileo Galilei Planetarium in 1966.
The park has evolved into a major cultural and recreational hub in Buenos Aires.
Guide du lieu
El Rosedal (The Rose Garden)1910s-1920s (expanded by Carlos Thays)
A meticulously designed rose garden featuring over 12,000 roses from more than 90 species, including notable varieties like the Sevilla red rose and the yellow Elina. It is one of the park's most visited areas, celebrated for its beauty and awarded internationally.
Galileo Galilei Planetarium1966
A modernist architectural landmark featuring a spherical dome supported by three arches. Inside, visitors can experience projections of planets and astronomical phenomena, making it a favored educational and cultural site.
Eduardo Sívori Museum1996 (museum establishment)
Housed in a former Edwardian-style café, this museum showcases Argentine plastic arts and serves as a cultural hub within the park.
Japanese Garden1967
The largest Japanese garden outside Japan, featuring traditional landscaping, ponds, and cultural elements. It was inaugurated in 1967 during a state visit by Japanese royalty.
Poets' Garden
A tranquil area featuring stone and bronze busts of renowned poets and writers such as Jorge Luis Borges, Luigi Pirandello, William Shakespeare, Alfonsina Storni, and Dante Alighieri.
