This dusty little museum has exhibits on gaucho life and the history of the meat-packing area of Mataderos. It's worth a stop if you are in the neighborhood for the Feria de Mataderos. Only opens on Sundays and some public holidays.
Museo Criolla de los Corrales
Buenos Aires
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