Galerías Pacífico

Galerías Pacífico is a historic shopping mall located in Buenos Aires, Argentina, at the bustling intersection of Florida Street and Córdoba Avenue. Originally designed in 1889 by architects Emilio Agrelo and Roland Le Vacher, the Beaux Arts building was initially home to the Argentine Bon Marché, inspired by Paris's Le Bon Marché. Over the years, it has housed significant cultural institutions, including the first Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes. The building's history took a darker turn when, in 1987, a film crew discovered an abandoned torture center in its basement, linked to the country's tumultuous Dirty War. Today, Galerías Pacífico stands as a vibrant shopping destination, blending rich history with modern retail experiences.