A step back in time

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In the barrio of Caballito it is possible to take a step back into Argentine history. The Asociación Amigos del Tranvía run a "heritage tramway" which you can travel on at the weekends. It's free which is a bonus!

Okay, so the track is only 2km long in total but it was nice to see a slice of life from Argentina's past. It really makes you wonder why they tarmacked over all of the tram tracks and replaced them with collectivos.

There were souvenirs on sale too, but the conductor only stopped at local tourists to sell them. Makes a change as its usually the overseas visitors who get hassled for such things.

The murals decorating the wall of the Subte train service yard are well worth a look too. They show a potted history of transportation in Argentina.

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Photos

The tram
This tram had been used as a school classroom for decades until it was discovered and restored just a few years ago.

The conductor
The conductor was friendly and didn't try selling us keyrings and postcards. The commentary was delivered at a slow enough pace for our poor spanish to cope with too.

Murals
Excellent colourful murals depict the history of Argentina's transport system.

Comments

[Dawn Smallwood]

Tram tracks
I noticed the tram tracks, some covered over, in San Telmo. I think it would be nice to bring the trams back in the city.