Palermo is one of the most emblematic green lungs of Buenos Aires, ideal for those who enjoy urban trekking, city-trekking, or simply a low-intensity steady-state urban walk (LISS). An active yet deeply contemplative route that invites visitors to connect with history, landscape art, and nature right in the heart of the city.
On this occasion, the walk began at the intersection of Av. Santa Fe and República Árabe Siria Street, heading toward Plaza Holanda to explore it in its entirety by walking through the core of its inner paths.
📍 Boundaries and Geography of the Square
The specific area of this trek encompasses the perimeter bounded by Del Libertador, Infanta Isabel, Iraola, and Presidente Montt avenues.
Plaza Holanda or El Rosedal? Clearing Up the Confusion
It is common for news outlets or word-of-mouth chatter to confuse both spaces. Are they two separate areas, adjacent to each other, or does one contain the other?
The answer is that they are closely linked:
• Plaza Holanda: This is the official name of the entire green space bounded by the aforementioned avenues. It includes large grassy areas, perimeter and inner paths, and the monument to President Nicolás Avellaneda.
• El Rosedal: This is the iconic rose garden situated in the very heart of Plaza Holanda. It houses the rose collection, the Andalusian Patio, the Poets' Garden, the Greek Bridge, and the lake.
In summary: El Rosedal is located inside Plaza Holanda, and both form an integral part of Tres de Febrero Park.
A Note on Nomenclature
To avoid common confusion when searching for or citing this walk:
1. Do not confuse it with Plaza Reina de Holanda, which is located in the Puerto Madero neighborhood.
2. Origin of the name: Historically, "Holanda" (Holland) was used to refer to the entire European country (as recorded in the square's 1973 naming). However, effective January 1, 2020, the Dutch government stopped using the commercial name "Holland" (which actually refers to a specific region) and requested internationally that its official name be used: Kingdom of the Netherlands.
📜 History and Regulations
According to the book Barrios, calles y plazas de la Ciudad de Buenos Aires: origen y razón de sus nombres (1st ed., 2008) by Alberto Gabriel Piñeiro, the registry for the square indicates:
HOLANDA (square)
Ordinance: No. 28.840-1973 (BM No. 14.713), amended by Ordinance No. 42.683-1988 (BM No. 18.288).
Holanda: Name by which the Netherlands is known. Capital: Amsterdam; the court and government reside in The Hague.
🗿 Artistic and Sculptural Heritage of the Walk
Along the internal paths of the square, based on WebOEBA records, it is possible to admire important sculptures and decorative elements that enrich the walk:
1. Monumento a Nicolás Avellaneda
Summary: A tribute to the Argentine lawyer, journalist, and politician Nicolás Avellaneda (1837–1885), who was the nation's youngest president (1874–1880). The monument features a central structure with allegorical female figures on its sides symbolizing "Knowledge" and "Peace."
2. Monumento a Paul Percy Harris
Summary: A commemorative monument dedicated to Paul Percy Harris (1868–1947), an American lawyer recognized worldwide as the founder of Rotary International.
3. León con su caza (Sculptural Group)
Summary: A work created by the renowned French sculptor Nicolas Auguste Cain (introduced to the city in 1907). It depicts the naturalistic anatomy and stance of a lion over its prey, highlighting the animal's strength and dynamism in nature.
4. Leona con su cría (Sculptural Group)
Summary: A sculpture by the same author (Nicolas Auguste Cain). It depicts a lioness with her cub, symbolizing maternal protection and the animal kingdom's instinct in a realistic and expressive style.
5. Farola de Hierro y mampostería (Decorative Motif)
Summary: A period ornamental lighting element made of wrought iron set on a masonry base, integrated into the landscape of the square as part of the city's historical heritage.
6. Jarrón (Decorative Motif)
Summary: A classic ornamental masonry vase located along the paths and flowerbeds of the walk, designed to complement the French-style landscaping aesthetic characteristic of Tres de Febrero Park.
Sources and Links of Interest
• https://anaforas.fic.edu.uy/jspui/bitstream/123456789/88381/1/Barrios%2C%20calles%20y%20plazas%20de%20la%20Ciudad%20de%20Buenos%20Aires.pdf
• https://www.weboeba.com/palermo/plazas/holanda/holanda.html
• https://palermonline.com.ar/wordpress/plaza-holanda/
• https://palermoweb.com.ar/2026/02/26/%F0%9F%8C%B9-plaza-holanda-el-rincon-donde-el-rosedal-florecio-para-siempre-en-palermo/
• https://www.eldestapeweb.com/sociedad/parques/como-es-plaza-holanda-un-parque-ideal-para-una-tarde-de-relax-en-palermo-202631214056
Wikiloc Link: https://es.wikiloc.com/rutas-a-pie/walking-tour-through-palermo-caba-plaza-holanda-278397291
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