Illustrious Citizen of Buenos Aires
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The Illustrious Citizen of Buenos Aires is a recognition provided by the city of Buenos Aires, for people who made a fine work in culture, science, sports or politics. It is granted by the legislature of Buenos Aires, and must be approved by two thirds of the body. It can be received by either a native-born Porteño or by someone who has lived in Buenos Aires for at least 10 years.[1]
It may not be received by people that committed crimes against humanity, or who took part in military dictatorships in Argentina.[1]
Notable people
- María Hortensia Lacau (1910-2006), Argentine pedagogue, writer, essayist, poet, educator
- Charly García (1952-), Argentine musician, considered to be the "Father of Argentine Rock"
References
- ^ a b "Distinciones y reconocimientos de Buenos Aires" [Buenos Aires awards and recognitions] (in Spanish). Buenos Aires. October 21, 2014. Retrieved October 29, 2015.
External links
Media related to Illustrious Citizens of Buenos Aires at Wikimedia Commons
