“A train ticket to Martínez, please!” The year is 1871. Imagine the excitement as the first train pulls into the newly built Martínez station. This very moment marked a turning point, transforming Martínez from a collection of farms and estates into the bustling suburb we see today. Martínez, a city within San Isidro Partido, is named after Ladislao Martínez. He owned the land sold to the Ferrocarril del Norte de Buenos Aires for the station’s construction. This station, still standing, became the heart of Martínez. The arrival of the train spurred development and attracted residents. It connected Martínez to the wider world, particularly to Buenos Aires. The Tren Mitre and the Tren de la Costa still serve Martínez, linking it to the city and the Paraná Delta. Martínez is a city of contrasts. Avenida del Libertador showcases its affluent side, with elegant cafes like Café Victoria and Café Martinez lining the streets. Calle Alvear offers high-end shopping, while Unicenter, a major shopping center, provides a modern retail experience. But Martínez is more than just shops and cafes. A branch of the University of Buenos Aires (UBA) is located here. The city also boasts a local government committed to a recycling program, showing its forward-thinking side. Martínez is a place of history. Long before the trains, in 1580, Juan de Garay divided the northern banks of the Río de la Plata into plots. Five of these plots lay within what is now Martínez. These early land grants laid the foundation for the community that would eventually flourish. For those interested in sports, Martínez is home to several clubs including Club Vélez Sarsfield de Martínez and Club Banade. From its humble beginnings as farmland, Martínez has evolved into a dynamic suburb, blending its rich history with a modern urban landscape.
Convento Santa Teresa
Hidden behind a quiet Almagro street stands the Convento Santa Teresa a true hidden gem. This convent and its accompanying