History:
Club Atlético River Plate is based in the Buenos Aires, Argentina, and play at the Estadio Monumental Antonio Vespucio Liberti The club is the 9th football club in the All-Time Club World Ranking and the 1st in America, according to the International Federation of Football History and Statistics (IFFHS) River Plate has always been one of the most important teams of South America. They have combined to win 38 official tournaments which includes 33 Argentine League titles, 2 Copa Libertadores (1986, 1996), a Supercopa (1997) and an Intercontinental title (1986). In 1986 River Plate fans had the distinction of watching their club win the league title, Copa Libertadores, Interamerican Cup, Intercontinental Cup, as well as Argentina's triumph in the 1986 FIFA World Cup with Hector Enrique, Nery Pumpido, Oscar Ruggeri.
Sightseeing:
Eva Perón, tango and football are the three elements that the capital is famed for. Nevertheless, Buenos Aires is littered with museums and magnificent mansions and buildings. After sightseeing and shopping, there are peaceful parks to relax in and bars and cafes for sampling the excellent local cuisine.
Although initially confusing, the city is based on a grid system and is soon easy to master. The main point of orientation is the Avenida 9 de Julio, the world's widest avenue, running from Plaza Constitucion to Avenida de Libertador. Most places of interest are contained in the five main barrios (neighbourhoods) within the Microcentro so the attractions are easily accessible by foot.
The main square, Plaza de Mayo, is in the city's southeastern section, which boasts La Recoleta Cemetery, Evita's final resting place. Also in the centre are La City, the financial district, and Calle Florida and Lavalle - the pedestrianised shopping areas. South of the central area are the oldest parts of Buenos Aires, San Telmo and La Boca, while to the north lie the wealthier barrios of Retiro, Recoleta, Palermo and Belgrano.
The Obelisco never fails to catch the eye and this 67m- (220ft-) high monument, together with the multi-lane avenue, in the middle of which it is located, has become a symbol of the city.
The Estadio Monumental Antonio Vespucio Liberti, better known as El Monumental de Nuñez or River Plate Stadium, is a stadium in the Belgrano district of Buenos Aires. It is the home venue of Club Atlético River Plate and is named after former club president Antonio Vespucio Liberti. El Monumental is considered to be the national stadium of Argentina.
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