Brandon Sugg Omeka MetsExport Plugin The software used to generate this document is called Omeka MetsExport, which operates as a plugin for Omeka. Documentation can be found at http://github/MetsExport/ Ateneo Grand Splendid, Buenos Aires The Ateneo Grand Splendid bookstore in Buenos Aires Garrett Reid, Brandon Sugg Named the world’s most beautiful bookstore by National Geographic in 2019, the Ateneo Grand Splendid is a spectacle of literature, architecture, and art. Originally designed to be a tango theatre in 1919, the building is remarkable for its painted ceilings, sculpted columns, and embellished architecture. During the building’s time as a theater, it was known as the Teatro Gran Splendid and hosted some of the most prominent names in Tango history, like Carlos Gardel and Robert Firpo. The theatre would come to serve as a tango recording studio as well, before being converted into a film cinema in the twenties. The first movies with sound shown in all of Argentina were shown in the Gran Splendid in 1929. Over 70 years later, Grupo Ilhsa, owner of Yenny libraries, the Ateneo chain, and more, leased the building in 2000. The building was once again converted to fit a new purpose- this time becoming the flagship store of the chain. Under architectural supervision, the cinematic seating was replaced with shelving and reading nooks, and a modern café was built on the stage. While modern features have been added, the original style and beauty remain, leading to a one-of-the-kind shopping experience. Whether you’re interested in looking through the thousands of books the store stocks, sipping a cappuccino at the café, or simply walking through the historical building, the Ateneo Grand Splendid is a top-pick when touring Buenos Aires.  Item changed by user 39 at 2019-07-02 11:42:22.Created manually by user