Lanús is a city in Argentina located 11 kilometers to the South of Buenos Aires, famous above all for being the hometown of Diego Armando Maradona, perhaps the greatest and most controversial footballer of all time, but also a coach and sports director, who died on November 25, 2020.
A must-see destination for all football and sports lovers, Lanús is a town that is worth a visit. Especially for us Italians. In fact, it is twinned with the Italian town of Amendolara, in the province of Cosenza. TO Lanús There is a large community of Amendolanos who meet periodically in a recreational center, known as Círculo de Amendolara, which has transmitted from generation to generation the typical traditions of the Almond town. On the occasion of the twinning, a square is also opened, Plaza Amendolara, dedicated to the Calabrian city
Don't miss a stop at the Néstor Días Pérez stadium, where the city's team plays Club Atlético Lanus, which has achieved excellent results in the Argentine championship in recent years. Truly, sport is one of the few reasons for pride in Lanús that, despite being part of the district of Buenos Aires, does not share its splendor.
Another symbolic place in the city is the Velodrome, a large green space where you can do a multitude of outdoor activities: running, cycling, skating or simply taking a walk in contact with nature. The Velodrome is the place where families meet on weekends to spend a few hours with the children in a clean and safe place.
To learn a little about the history of Lanús, you can visit the Leonardo Favio Cultural Center, a modern museum where you can also bring the children to discover the cultural roots of the city. Here you will also find free wi-fi and many free events for visitors. Another important place is Museum of Contemporary Art of the South, with modern and contemporary art installations by great artists, both permanent and temporary.
A visit to it is also unmissable. Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish, which is located right in the center of the city and is one of the oldest in the area.
Gaming enthusiasts can check out the Bingo, which in Argentina is essential, where you can try your luck while having a drink or eating something. Like all arcades of this type, entry is reserved for adults only.
A Remedies for climbing You can visit the Las Colonias Railway Neighborhood, a neighborhood with typically English-style houses, dating back to 1908, when the railways still belonged to the British state. Formerly the present structures were known as “The Banfield workshops”.
