The capital of Argentina, and South America's third largest city, Buenos Aires lies along the shore of the Plate River estuary and stretches out into vast grasslands known as pampas. Full of life, each of the city's many colorful neighborhoods, or barrios, carries a strong individual identity. Buenos Aires is the birthplace of Argentinas famous national dance, the tango, which is still performed in the city's streets and bars. Great Cities of the World explores what makes Buenos Aires an intriguing and unusual city. Book jacket.