Historic Tigre

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When the weather is good, Porteños flock to Tigre. Usually we join them by flocking to the Fruit Market area where the hoardes gather to buy handicrafts, fruit and veg. This time we decided to eschew the masses and head on a walking tour of historic Tigre.

The architecture around the back streets was nice and there was hardly a soul in sight. There's a monument marking the spot where the "English Invasion" was repelled and it's a beautiful spot with far less people to spoil the view.

The new cultural centre is taking place but I doubt it will be open during our time in BA. Shame as I'd love to have the opportunity to at least walk around the gardens.

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Photos

English Invasion!
The monument commemorates those who fell kicking the English (should read British, most were Scots and Irish Guards) out of Argentina 200 years ago.

...and relax!
Everyone tries to cool down lying in the shade by the river. We had an ice cream instead!!!

Architecture
There are lots of old buildings and churches in the back streets of Tigre. Well worth a wander.

The new Culture Centre
But when is it going to open?