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Cabildo of Buenos Aires

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The Cabildo of Buenos Aires is a colonial-era building that served as the seat of the town council during Spanish rule. Its iconic bell tower and whitewashed walls make it a landmark on Plaza de Mayo. Today, it functions as a museum displaying artifacts from the May Revolution and colonial life, including period furniture, documents, and religious art. Visitors can climb the tower for a panoramic view of the plaza and learn about the city's founding and fight for independence.

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  • Climb the bell tower for views over Plaza de Mayo
  • See the original Cabildo jail cells and colonial artifacts
  • View the 1810 revolutionary documents on display

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You can visit Cabildo of Buenos Aires on your own. A guide mainly adds context, what you are looking at and why it matters, and a tour can add transport or combine nearby sights into one day.

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