3 de Febrero Park

Interesting facts

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   The park was built on lands previously owned by dictator Juan Manuel de Rosas until his defeat in 1852.

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   The Rosedal area was specifically designed in 1914 by Benito Carrasco, a student of Carlos Thays.

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   The park's artificial lakes are interconnected and fed by the primary drainage systems of the surrounding area.

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   A bridge spanning the Rosedal’s lake was imported from England in the early 20th century.

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   The park contains over 12,000 trees, many of which are native species like the Ceibo and Tipa.

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   The Poet's Garden within the park features bronze busts of famous writers including Dante Alighieri, William Shakespeare, and Jorge Luis Borges.

Overview

3 de Febrero Park, commonly referred to as the Bosques de Palermo, is the largest green space in Buenos Aires, covering approximately 80 hectares. The park features an extensive network of artificial lakes, rose gardens, and forested pathways. It was designed by landscape architect Carlos Thays and inaugurated in 1875. The centerpiece is the Rosedal de Palermo, which houses over 18,000 rose bushes representing more than 90 species. The park contains a planetarium and a Japanese garden that function as distinct sub-sections. It serves as a major recreational hub for cycling, jogging, and rowing in the middle of the Palermo neighborhood. The grounds host various monuments, including a bust of Mahatma Gandhi and the Poet's Garden. It remains a public municipal space managed by the Autonomous City of Buenos Aires.

Insider tips

• Bring a picnic blanket and reusable water bottle, as the park is a popular spot for weekend mate consumption.

• Rent a pedal boat at the main lake to access unique vantage points not visible from the shore.

• Stay on the marked bicycle paths, as the internal park roads can be busy with high-speed cyclists and runners.