El Ateneo Bookstore

　　  El Ateneo Bookstore is situated on Avenida Santa Fe in Barrio Parque, Buenos Aires, Argentina, and is the most renowned bookstore in the country. It was originally a grand theater that opened in 1919, and was later leased and converted into a bookstore that opened to the public in 2000. It is now the largest bookstore in South America and the second-largest in the world.

　　  El Ateneo can be described as magnificent, giving off an opulent vibe, often referred to as the “palace of books.” The serene and intellectual atmosphere combined with a luxurious ambiance envelops you at all times. The bookstore spans approximately 2,000 square meters, and many original features of the theater—including the boxes, sculptures, and the deep red stage curtain—have been preserved. The only changes are that the stage has been transformed into a cozy reading area, and the boxes have become miniature private reading rooms. Every year, millions of people visit this bookstore to buy or read books. The meticulously categorized books are displayed on custom-designed shelves. If you enjoy reading, you can pick a book, order a latte, and relax in the café seating while soaking in the luxurious reading environment.

　　  El Ateneo Grand Splendid Reason to visit: The most luxurious bookstore in South America Continent: South America [South America] Country/Region: Argentina [Argentina] Province/State: Buenos Aires [Buenos Aires] City: Buenos Aires [Buenos Aires]