Zen Found Here...
If you are feeling overwhelmed by the pace of Buenos Aires, there is one place you can go where you are guaranteed a day of relaxation. The Jardín Japonés (Japanese Garden) in the Bosques de Palermo (Palermo Woods) may be surrounded by a cluster of busy streets within the city, but you would never know it when inside the park gates. Zen is the peaceful state the Japanese strive to achieve, and in this quintessential Japanese Garden, Zen you will find. The sounds of water, friendly animals, and the well-manicured landscaping, block out the world outside and create the perfect environment to let loose and unwind. Ornate Japanese architecture is evident on various buildings placed within the park for additional interest and visual appeal. Tucked in a corner there is a small Japanese library that gives guests the option of checking out a book. There is a tea house and restaurant that has art work inside and even a Japanese conference room of sorts on the second floor that looks out over the beautiful garden. From the balcony, the park and its horticulture will amaze you with its meticulous structure. The only rowdy behavior found within the Japanese Garden is a big family of Koi Carp that swarm around and await their daily visitors. The fish practically jump out of their scales to get to any crumbs of food that you brought with you or dug out from the deep corner of your pocket. A community of ducks has also discovered this peaceful living environment and waddles around looking for food and making their presence known. Open from 10 am to 6 pm on a daily basis, the Jardín Japonés is a great place to visit. Whether you are looking for a place to catch your breath, a destination to bring a special friend, or even a delicious meal of sushi, the park will not let you down.