With spires to the sky and arches in line,
The building stands — a gothic design.
Stone climbs upward, reaching high,
But knowledge here will always shine.

A cathedral? No, but close it lies,
The façade keeps secrets before our eyes.
Who steps inside a mystery will find,
And wisdom will stay with them for all time.

Go west now, toward the subway near,
The building awaits — it will soon appear.
Arches and spires will guide your way,
And the secret of knowledge you’ll find today.

Already figured out what building this is? There's a cipher hidden in its address.

Did you know this building is known as "The Cathedral" because of its neo-Gothic style? Legend has it that the architect dreamed of building magnificent towers 100 meters high, but calculation errors made this impossible. Consumed by despair, he took his own life, leaving unfinished walls behind. The irony of fate is that now engineers study here - those who learn how to properly calculate structures!

Head west and look for the small plaza dedicated to a distant country in Southeast Asia. There you’ll find a sculpture of an animal that doesn’t jump but can sense water from 19 kilometers away.

Find a three-word phrase on it; your answer is the third word.

Before you stands a church with an amazing history. It was built in memory of a husband who passed away precisely on Saint Augustine's day.

Look at the mosaic above the side doors, what appears as the central figure?

Write down that word.

The key word from the previous clue plays a central role in this church's history. In 1906, wealthy widow Mercedes Baudrix de Unzué lost her beloved husband Mariano on August 28th, Saint Augustine's day. Heartbroken, she decided to eternalize the memory of their great love by building this magnificent neo-Gothic temple and naming it after the saint of that day. The church became a monument to their love, which continues to live on in every stone of this sacred place.

Head to the red temple of words and languages. Here on the main facade, above the main entrance, five windows of curious shapes are positioned - squares neighbor with rhombuses, and within some figures, additional elements are hidden.

Your challenge: Find and count ALL triangles that can be seen in the windows of the main facade. Pay close attention - some triangles are formed inside other geometric shapes!

You are now standing near the Museo Histórico del Hospital Bernardino Rivadavia.

This site once housed the Hospital de Mujeres, founded in 1774 as Argentina’s first medical facility for women. On December 6, 1880, the cornerstone of the new neoclassical complex was laid, and on April 28, 1887, it opened its doors as a cutting-edge medical center in a new field. What did it specialize in?

Your task: look at the inscription carved above the entrance. Write down the third word of that phrase to discover the hospital’s specialty in 1887.

In the palace hall, where silence weighs,
Only one green lamp casts its faint rays.
The exiled painter left his home behind,
And in Paris, on the table, lit his fleeting shine.

Within the museum, there's only one painting that features a green lamp. The work belongs to a Russian artist who fled to Paris after the revolution.

Your answer will be the 3rd word from the painting's title (7 letters).

Did you know this mansion was once home to two of Argentina's most powerful families? Legend has it they immortalized their symbols in the very heart of the house...

Before you lie eight family crests. Only two of them once graced the walls of this mansion. To find the correct answer, head to the Carpet Hall and locate the interior balcony. Look closely - you can still spot the signs of former grandeur there.

📝 Write down the two numbers of the crests that belonged to these families.

Go up to the second floor and find the hall where pharmacy bottles are displayed. Among all the bottles, you need to find one identical to the one in the image.

When you find it, look carefully at the detail: what is drawn inside the oval on the bottle's label?

🕵️Your mission: Write down what is depicted on the bottle.

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Hidden within is a hint about one of the buildings near the National Museum. This building carries just three letters in its name, yet behind them lies an entire history and the passion of millions.

Write the 3 letters that form the abbreviation of the organization housed in this building.

Using the information on the plaque (outside the building) near the entrance, figure out which word is hidden in the crossword:

1. In which month was the library opened
2. The middle name of the building's third architect
3. The name of the architectural structure
4. The surname of one the directors
5. The name of the president during whose term the library opened

Task: Provide the word you discovered:

Did you know there's a panoramic terrace on the building's rooftop that offers breathtaking views of the entire city? Few people are aware of this hidden gem!

Walk about 100 meters north to the imposing monument to Bartolomé Mitre. On the monument’s front facade is the ship’s prow with the figure of Victory, a woman with outstretched wings.

What is she holding in her hands?

Did you know that Bartolomé Mitre wasn't just a president, but also founded the famous newspaper La Nación, which still publishes today? This man literally wrote Argentina's history - both figuratively and literally!

In Plaza Rubén Darío stands a monument to a renowned Swedish figure who saved countless innocent lives during World War II. For his heroic actions, he was posthumously honored with the title of Righteous Among the Nations.

What was this person's profession, as indicated on the monument?

Take a photo with all team members in front of Buenos Aires' modern, dynamic symbol. Your team number must be visible in the shot.

Riddle: I'm metallic and giant, always looking up to the sky. With petals that dance to the rhythm of the sun, I sleep at night with a red glow inside. I open by day, I close by night. Who am I?

🤓 Fun fact: This 20-meter creation made of stainless steel and aluminum opens and closes depending on sunlight!

Let's head to the alma mater of 13 Argentine presidents! This faculty was even attended by Nobel Peace Prize winner Carlos Saavedra Lamas.

The building was completed in 1949, but how many years did the architects work on its construction?

Enter the number.

Hint: pay attention to the front wall of the building on the right.

Here's a fun student legend: they say if you count the columns on the building's main facade, you'll never graduate! That's why many students superstitiously avoid the main entrance and use the side entrances instead.

We keep moving forward, but without leaving our continent. A square awaits us, named after our largest neighbor - a country famous for its passion for football and the rhythms of carnival.

Your mission: Go find the graffiti with its flag, take a picture of your team in front of it, and remember: the view from above is always better! 😜

After all the hustle and bustle of Recoleta, it's time for a little break!

Step into the Sculpture Garden (Jardín de las Esculturas) - this magical place where time seems to slow down and art breathes under the open sky. Here, among the greenery and tranquility, masterpieces frozen in stone and metal await.

Your mission: Take a stroll through the garden and count all the sculptures located in this amazing space.

🔍 Hint: Carefully explore every corner of the garden - some artworks might be "hiding" behind trees or in unexpected spots.

Now each member of your team becomes a true art explorer. Enter the Museum of Fine Arts and spend 5-10 minutes leisurely wandering through the halls.

Your task: Each participant must choose one artwork that caught their attention, surprised them, or simply stuck in their memory. It could be a painting, sculpture, installation - anything that drew their interest!

Important: All chosen artworks must be different!

📝 Write down the names of the standout artworks separated by commas (matching the number of participants on your team):

Across from the National Museum of Fine Arts lies the square of a country that shares deep historical, political, and cultural roots with Argentina.

At the center of the square stands a monument, with sculptural groups on its four sides symbolizing the pillars of progress and prosperity.

What are these pillars? Choose 4 options:

Did you know that at the monument's peak, two female figures representing France and Argentina lead a young genius with a torch by the hand? They're sowing seeds of prosperity and abundance, symbolizing France's contribution to Argentina's development.

Team, it's time to dive into the ancient atmosphere! Head to the majestic staircase, where among Doric columns and stone condors a creative challenge awaits you.

Your mission: Take a group photo of the entire team in the style of ancient statues! Get inspired by classic poses - the thoughtful philosopher with hand on chin, the graceful goddess with flowing robes, the mighty athlete with tense muscles, or the wise orator with an expressive gesture. Use the steps at different levels to create an ancient composition!

Important: be careful with your phones and don't trust them to strangers for photos. Better take a group selfie or ask someone from your own team to help.

Upload the best photo where your entire team transformed into a living ancient sculptural group!

Want to earn an extra 80 points? Post an Instagram story about today's quest! Share your experience or show cool team photos from the route, tag @questio.arg and get +20 points for each mention (maximum 80 points)!

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