Maradona's birthplace was declared a "National Historic Landmark" by the Argentine government

According to the Argentine New World Weekly, the government of Maradona Diego's birthplace was declared a National Historic Site of Argentina.

Thanks to the footballer's "immense influence" on Argentine pop culture, surpassing his "sporting exploits" and becoming one of the "iconic figures", the birthplace of star Diego Armando Maradona, declared a national historic attraction by the government on Wednesday, is considered one of the "most recognizable symbols of our identity".

▲ On November 26, 2020, the Argentine Embassy in Beijing lowered its flag at half-mast, set up a memorial to commemorate the "king of the ball" Diego Maradona, and accepted fans to come to mourn. On November 25, local time, Maradona died of a sudden heart attack at home at the age of 60. Photo by China News Service reporter Tomita

Decree No. 733, signed by President Alberto Fernández and published in the Official Gazette on the 27th, said, "Declaring the birthplace of Diego Armando Maradona a national historic landmark, located at 523 Azamor Street in the Villa Fiorito district of Lomas de Zaorito, Boe Province." ”

"The enormous influence of this unique footballer in Argentine pop culture transcends his sporting achievements and, in the case of his recent death, has made him one of the most recognizable symbols of our identity." The National Committee on Monuments, Local and Historical Assets "will implement the steps and procedures established for its provisions".

Attention was paid to "the birthplace of Diego Armando Maradona, after his death on November 25," which represents his loyalty to his origins and the deep bond that unites him with his family. The star spent his childhood with his parents at 523 Azamore Street. (Original title: Maradona's birthplace declared a "National Historic Place")