Ministry of Public Works Building, Buenos Aires

Name: Ministry of Public Works Building
Address: 1050 Moreno, Buenos Aires, Argentina

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The Ministry of Public Works Building, now known as the Ministry of Health Building is a public building in the rationalist style located on the intersection of 9 de Julio Avenue and Belgrano Avenue, in the neighborhood of Monserrat, in Buenos Aires, Argentina. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 34°36'44"S, 58°22'53"W

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1050 MorenoComuna 1 (Monserrat)Buenos Aires Argentina

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Ministry of Public Works Building – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Buenos Aires Metropolitan Cathedral, Buenos Aires Cabildo, Plaza de Mayo, Obelisco.

0.5 miNE
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0.5 miW
Major public space ouside the Senate
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~1610 ftNE
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Ministry of Public Works Building?

Nearby attractions include Parish Nuestra Señora de Montserrat, Buenos Aires (2 min walk), Palacio Alsina, Buenos Aires (4 min walk), Monserrat, Buenos Aires (4 min walk), Teatro Avenida, Buenos Aires (6 min walk).

How to get to Ministry of Public Works Building by public transport?

The nearest stations to Ministry of Public Works Building:

Metro

Moreno • Lines: C (2 min walk)
Lima • Lines: A (6 min walk)

Bus

Alsina • Lines: 129A, 129C (3 min walk)
9 de Julio • Lines: 103, 2 (3 min walk)

Train

Plaza Constitución (29 min walk)