Embark on a literary audio tour of Buenos Aires led by Alejandra, the main character from Ernesto Sábato’s novel. Explore the city’s homage to famous Argentine writers and discover the secrets behind their works.
- Biblioteca Nacional - Best kept secrets of Buenos Aires are found in its books. The city inspired great authors such as Cortazar. Get to know his Buenos Aires.
- Museo del Libro y de la Lengua - The literature Boom of the 60´s , Bioy Casares stories, and Sabato beginnings are featured bordering the Recoleta neighborhood.
- Plaza Teniente General Emilio Mitre - A nostalgic chapter is presented in this plaza, the anti-heroine of Sabato reveals herself. Alejandra Vidal, one of Ernesto Sabatos main characters in Heroes and Tombs or The Tunnel.
- El Ateneo Grand Splendid - The temple of literature, for book lovers, coming in to the Ateneo is like arriving to book heaven.
- Plaza Luis Leloir - Square
- Parroquia San Agustin - church
- Plaza Bartolome Mitre - Square
- Each chapter comes with offline accessible maps and tips for Buenos Aires exploration.
- Snacks
- Smartphone and headsets
- Admission Ticket
Argentina holds the honor of being home to numerous globally-acclaimed authors, many of whom derived inspiration from Buenos Aires. ‘On Heroes and Graves’ protagonist Alejandra will accompany you on this exceptional tour dedicated to the distinguished Argentine authors who eternalized Buenos Aires in their creations. The journey commences at the Mario Moreno National Library. As you traverse past the impressive Museum of Books and Languages, your guide will share details about Adolfo Bioy Casares. Thereafter, a stroll by the square dedicated to the Argentine military is on the itinerary. Then Alejandra will discuss its architect, Ernesto Sabato. Notably, Jorge Luis Borges’ contributions to Buenos Aires literature cannot be overlooked. Concluding the tour, Alejandra will reveal a hidden aspect of the heated political debate between Borges and Sábato. The tour winds up at the magnificent Ateneo bookstore.
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