Sightseeing
Edificio Kavanagh
📍 Edificio Kavanagh, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Introduction
The Edificio Kavanagh is a 120-metre apartment tower in Recoleta, Buenos Aires, completed in 1936 as the tallest building in South America. Commissioned by the Irish-Argentine property heiress Corina Kavanagh, its clean Art Deco massing stands in deliberate contrast to the church across Plaza San Martín — a defining element of the city skyline.
✨ Highlights
1
South America's tallest
The tallest building in South America when completed in 1936, at 120 m.
2
Art Deco icon
A clean white facade and streamlined form, a classic of the style.
3
Kavanagh legend
Corina Kavanagh's famous feud-driven construction blocking the church's view.
🛈 Practical Info
→Location：Florida 1065, Recoleta, Buenos Aires, Argentina
→Time needed：About 30 minutes (exterior)
→Admission：Free exterior; interior not open to the public
💡 Tips
• Plaza San Martín across the street is the best vantage point.
• Walk up pedestrianised Calle Florida to reach it.
• The tower looks best at dusk when it lights up.
FAQ
Any practical tips for visiting Edificio Kavanagh?
Plaza San Martín across the street is the best vantage point. Walk up pedestrianised Calle Florida to reach it.
