Argentina: Tecnópolis theme park reopens

From the Buenos Aires Herald: Tecnópolis theme park reopens Tecnópolis theme park reopened just in time for the winter holidays. The Government sponsored park, which was visited by over four million people last year, got a 2012 make over.

It boasts 10 thematic zones, including one depicting the use of energy, one of Argentine industry, a solar area, the Knowledge park, which was especially designed for children and allows to feel the effects of an earthquake, the biopark features life sized dinosaur robots.

The youth world area features a skating area of over 2000 square metres, and the largest stage in the theme park. In the 'Woods of games' area visitors can recreate mechanical and electronic sounds and the movement park is dedicated to modern transport systems.

Tecnópolis will be open every day from Saturday July 14th to Sunday July 29th from midday to 8 pm. Beginning on July 31st and through October.it will open Tuesday to Sunday between 12 pm and 8pm.

The theme park is located in the Greater Buenos Aires area of Villa Martelli. Entrance is free of charge and there is a free parking lot for 2,000 cars and nine food stands and restaurants along the park.