I'm sharing some photos of the sunrise on the beaches of the seaside resort of Santa Teresita, the place chosen this year to enjoy a well-deserved summer vacation.
That day was very cloudy, so the sun couldn't be appreciated in all its splendor. It was 5:30 a.m., and I was amazed at the number of people already on the beach waiting for sunrise. Since it's summer in Argentina, the sun rises very early.
In the heart of the Flores neighborhood of Buenos Aires, stands a majestic castle that has witnessed more than a century of history. Built 110 years ago, this castle was originally the residence of a wealthy family who came to the city in search of new opportunities. Over time, the family moved, and the castle passed through several hands, until it was finally acquired by the local government and transformed into a public school.
The rebirth of the castle
The castle, with its imposing towers and stone walls, had always been a symbol of mystery and grandeur in the neighborhood. When it was announced that it would become a school, the community was filled with curiosity and anticipation. Architects and workers worked hard to preserve the original structure while adapting the interior for modern educational needs.
A place of learning and dreams
Today, the castle is known as Public School No. 110 "Castillo de Flores." Children attending the school not only receive a quality education but also have the opportunity to learn in a unique setting steeped in history. Classrooms are decorated with murals telling the story of the castle and the neighborhood, and teachers use the building as an educational tool, teaching students about architecture and local history.
Intertwined stories
Among the students is a girl named Sofia who has always felt a special connection to the castle. Her great-grandfather had worked as a gardener at the original residence, and she grew up hearing his stories about the castle's glory days. Inspired by these stories, Sofia dreams of becoming an architect to restore and preserve historic buildings.
The legacy of the castle
The castle in the Flores neighborhood is not only a place of learning, but also a symbol of the community's resilience and evolution. It has transformed from a private residence into a public space that enriches the lives of the neighborhood's children and families. Every day, as students run through the hallways and play in the gardens, the castle continues to write new stories, interweaving the past with the present and the future.
Thus, Flores Castle remains a beacon of knowledge and hope, reminding everyone that, over time, places and people can transform and find new purposes.
In the heart of Buenos Aires, on San Martín Street, stands the majestic Central Bank of the Argentine Republic (BCRA). Built between 1872 and 1876 by architects Henry Hunt and Hans Schroeder, this building has witnessed countless historic events.
On a summer night, as the city slept, the building seemed to come alive. The columns and pilasters that surround its two floors whispered stories of its past, from its time as the headquarters of the Mortgage Bank of the Province of Buenos Aires to its transformation into the Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation in 1888. In 1912, it became the headquarters of the Conversion Fund, the precursor to the BCRA.
However, the building now faced an unusual threat. Javier Milei, the charismatic and controversial president, had promised during his campaign to "blow up" the Central Bank, a metaphor for his desire to close the institution and radically reform the country's economy.² This promise had generated both fear and hope among citizens.
One night, as Milei walked through the deserted streets of Buenos Aires, he stopped in front of the imposing building. The city lights reflected off the bank's windows, creating an almost mystical aura. Milei, with his signature tousled hair and intense gaze, stared up at the structure. In his mind, the building represented everything he considered obsolete and corrupt in the Argentine financial system.
But the building, with its recently restored façade, seemed to challenge him. Stories from its past echoed in the air, reminding Milei that it wasn't just a building, but a symbol of the country's history and resilience.¹ At that moment, Milei realized that his fight wasn't against the building itself, but against the invisible structures of power and corruption that had taken root in society.
Determined to transform the country, Milei realized that destruction was not the answer. Instead of blowing up the building, he decided to turn it into a symbol of change and renewal. He announced a plan to transform the Central Bank into a center of financial innovation, where new economic policies would be developed and transparency and efficiency would be fostered.
The Central Bank building, with its rich history and new mission, became a beacon of hope for the Argentine people. And so, instead of being destroyed, the building was reinvented, reflecting the indomitable spirit of a country that always finds a way to revive itself.
