Campanópolis
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An Argentinian businessman facing terminal cancer built this whimsical medieval village using salvaged materials.

📜 Whimsical medieval village built from salvaged materials.
🔍 Created by Antonio Campana, a self-made millionaire, after a terminal cancer diagnosis. Features eclectic architecture, fountains, bridges, and an artificial lake.

Why Go

🏰 Explore eclectic medieval architecture
♻️ Admire architecture made from recycled elements
🌳 Discover a property with over 100,000 planted trees and enjoy 50 acres with fountains, an artificial lake, and a Dutch windmill
🚶 Wander through secret nooks and cobblestone streets
🚌 Easy access by public transport from González Catán station

Why Avoid

🚫 Limited opening days and times
🚌 Public transport can be complex, and taxis from Buenos Aires can be expensive and unreliable
⚠️ Surrounded by shantytowns, exercise caution

Tips

🎟️ Reserve and pay in advance online, no ticket office.
🚌 Take the Belgrano Sur train to González Catán, then a 'truchito' bus.
💰 'Truchito' bus requires AR$ bills, not Sube card.
🅿️ Free parking available on-site.

Cost

💰 Approximately 7 USD per person.

Hours

🕒 Open only on Wednesdays and Fridays afternoon, and Saturdays morning.

Location

📍 About 20 miles southwest of Buenos Aires.

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