Corrientes is the birthplace of the Argentine Tango and the city's passionate spirit is evident in the music and dance that pervades every street corner. The cobbled streets of the historical centre are home to beautiful churches and colonial-era buildings, while the lively pedestrian malls are home to a vast array of restaurants, bars and shops. The city is also home to some of Argentina's most important cultural institutions, including the Teatro Colón and the Museo de Arte Hispanoamericano Isaac Fernández Blanco. Outside of the city centre, the Parque de la Independencia is a popular spot for a stroll or a picnic, and the Bosques de Palermo are a great place for a bike ride or a walk.