Which place is cheaper, Buenos Aires, Argentina or Brussels?
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Should you visit Brussels or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Brussels and Buenos Aires, Argentina. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Brussels or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
Brussels
Brussels is the capital of Belgium and also the sight of the headquarters of the European Union. Generally speaking, it's an expensive city that sees a good amount of travelers. It is also a highly political city that has an air of importance and power. It's an incredibly international city, with people from all over the world flocking to it due to its political, economical, and cultural significance.
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Buenos Aires, federal capital of Argentina, also known as "The City of Tango", is best known for its energetic and unpredictable character. Like a restless child, Buenos Aires is a dynamic and modern city full of surprises. While its French-style palaces, rooftop restaurants, wide avenues and green plazas resemble European-style architecture, Buenos Aires preserves its musical, literary and culinary traditions. You can't miss dining in front of a Tango show, walking around the colourful streets of La Boca and visiting the renowned Recoleta Cemetery, designed by Argentina's most important architects and home to hundreds of illustrious corpses.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in Belgium, The Best Luxury Tours to Belgium, The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Argentina, and The Best Photography Tours in Argentina.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBrussels €137Buenos Aires, Argentina €9.59
The average daily cost (per person) in Brussels is €137, while the average daily cost in Buenos Aires, Argentina is €9.59. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Brussels and Buenos Aires, Argentina in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBrussels €73Buenos Aires, Argentina €3.86
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBrussels €146Buenos Aires, Argentina €7.72
Compare Hotels in Brussels and Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Brussels Hotel Prices and Buenos Aires, Argentina Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Brussels €17Buenos Aires, Argentina €1.47
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Brussels
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Brussels are as follows:
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Subway Pass€4.50
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Atomium train ticket (2)€8.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brussels
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Brussels:
- Brussels to Ostend Airport (OST) - Departure Private Transfer: $39
- Airport Transfer: Brussels to Airport BRU by Business Car: $82
- Airport Transfer: Brussels to Brussels Airport BRU by Luxury Van: $86
- Airport transfers from Brussels to Zaventem Brussels airport by luxury car: $74
- Arrival Private Transfer Brussels Train Station to Brussels by Luxury Car or Van: $68
- Arrival Transfer from Brussels Train Station to Brussels by Sedan: $64
- BRU Airport Transfer to Brussels City Center for 3 Pax: $151
- BRU Airport Transfer to Brussels City Center for 7 Pax: $129
- Brussels <-> transfer from or to Brussels Airport (BRU) by Van: $131
- Brussels Airport (BRU) To Amsterdam: VIP Transfer: $495
- Brussels Airport Departure Transfer (Brussels Hotels to Brussels Airport): $106
- Brussels Airport Transfer (BRU) <-> to or from Brussels (Sedan): $104
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Buenos Aires, Argentina:
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Taxi from Airport€0.12
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Local Bus€0.00
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Metro Ride€0.00
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Taxi to airport€0.03
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Taxi€0.09
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Buenos Aires, Argentina:
- Ezeiza Airport One-way Private Transfer to Buenos Aires City Center: $75
- Airport Transfer: Buenos Aires to Jorge Newbery Airfield Airport (AEP): $26
- Airport Transfer: Ezeiza International Airport (EZE) to Buenos Aires : $40
- Aljibe Tango Earlier Show With Private Transfers From Port & Hotels Buenos Aires: $85
- Arrival Private Transfers from Airport AEP to Buenos Aires in Business Car: $80
- Arrival Private Transfers from Airport AEP to Buenos Aires in Luxury Car: $124
- Arrival Private Transfers from Ezeiza Airport EZE to Buenos Aires: $109
- Arrival Private Transfers from Ezeiza Airport EZE to Buenos Aires: $140
- Arrival Transfer Ezeiza Airport EZE to Buenos Aires City by Sedan: $46
- Best Tango Show with Private Transfer: $102
- Buenos Aires Airport (EZE) to Buenos Aires hotels - Arrival Private Transfer : $44
- Buenos Aires Airport (EZE) to Buenos Aires hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $87
Is it cheaper to fly into Brussels or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
Prices for flights to both Buenos Aires, Argentina and Brussels change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayBrussels €38Buenos Aires, Argentina €3.03
Typical Food Prices in Brussels
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Brussels:
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Ice Cream & Macaroons€4.60
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Dessert (Turkish Delights)€4.75
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Cheese€5.60
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Olives and Snacks€6.98
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Waffle€3.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Brussels
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Brussels.
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $28
- Chocolate and Beer Food Tour of Brussels: $43
- City Center Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $61
- Food Tour in Brussels - Do Eat Better Experience: $106
- Brussels Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $130
- Secret Food Tours Brussels: $138
- Market Tour and Cooking Lesson with a Belgian Gourmet Meal in a Brussels Home: $160
- Private Food Tour – 10 Tastings with Locals: $164
Typical Food Prices in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Buenos Aires, Argentina:
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Lunch€0.02
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Cup of Coffee€0.01
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Empandas€0.02
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Espresso€0.01
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Dinner (Pizza)€0.01
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Ice Cream€0.01
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Breakfast at Airport€0.03
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Dinner (Sandwiches)€0.01
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Sweets€0.01
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Hot Dog€0.01
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Breakfast (Take-Away)€0.01
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Lunch for 2€0.15
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Cake and Coffee€0.49
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Dinner€1.76
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Powerade€0.11
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Lunch€0.78
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Dinner€1.13
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Chocolate€2.91
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
- Tango Porteño Show in Buenos Aires (with optional dinner): $35
- 3-Hour Buenos Aires Empanadas and Alfajores Guided Cooking Class: $35
- Premium Empanadas & Alfajores Cooking Experience in Buenos Aires: $39
- Empanadas and Alfajores Cooking Experience in Buenos Aires: $39
- Premium Empanadas Cooking Class in Buenos Aires: $39
- Tango Show and Optional Dinner at Esquina Homero Manzi: $40
- Catulo Tango: Tango Show & Folklore with Optional Dinner: $40
- Tango Dinner Show Homero Manzi menu Sur: $45
- Private tour Argentinian Flavours food tours on foot : $46
- Small Group Empanadas Cooking Class & Wine Blending: $49
- La Ventana Tango Show in Buenos Aires (with optional dinner): $49
- Tango Porteño Show with Optional Dinner and Tango Class: $50
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Brussels €23Buenos Aires, Argentina €3.11
Tours and Activities in Brussels
Here are a few actual costs in Brussels for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.23
- Historical Walking Tour: The Story of Brussels - by Legends: $3.26
- Free Tour of Brussels in Italian (with booking fee): $3.26
- BELvue Belgium History Museum Entry Ticket: $5.38
- 600 Years of History and Heritage: A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Leuven: $5.99
- A Self-Guided Tour of Brussels' Secret Places and Untold Stories: $5.99
- City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $6.45
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.46
- Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt and Tour: $7.00
- Walking Tour with Audio Guide on App: $7.27
- Museum Halle Gate Entry Ticket: $7.53
- Brussels’ Noble Beginnings: An Upper Town Audio Tour: $7.99
Typical Entertainment Prices in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Here are a few typical costs in Buenos Aires, Argentina for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Entry to Japanese Gardens (for 2)€0.03
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Movie Ticket€0.02
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Tango Class€0.03
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Bar entrance€0.54
Tours and Activities in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Here are a few actual costs in Buenos Aires, Argentina for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Buenos Aires Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
- Recoleta Cemetery Walking Tour: $10
- Literature Self-Guided Audio Tour in Buenos Aires: $10
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - Discover Caminito and Tango: $10
- Self-Guided Audio Tour Evita Peron: Don't cry for me Argentina : $10
- La Boca Walking Tour: $13
- Walking Tour Knowing Rodrigo Bueno in Buenos Aires: $15
- True Crime Buenos Aires: A Walking Tour: $15
- Bike tour through the La Boca neighborhood. Tango, Football and Art: $15
- Walking Tour La Boca: $15
- Graffiti Tour: $15
- Palermo Soho for curious people Walking Tour: $20
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBrussels €13Buenos Aires, Argentina €1.68
Typical Alcohol Prices in Brussels
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Brussels are as follows:
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Bottle of Wine€10
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Beer€6.00
Sample the Local Flavors in Brussels
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Brussels:
- Brussels Pub Crawl - Nightlife & Party Experience: $17
- Pub Crawl and Nightlife Party Experience: $18
Typical Alcohol Prices in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Buenos Aires, Argentina from other travelers:
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Beer€0.01
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Beer (0.66L)€0.02
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Cocktail€0.03
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Alcohol€0.62
Sample the Local Flavors in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Also in Buenos Aires, Argentina, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Argentine Wine Tasting in Caminito with Appetizers Included: $30
- Wine tasting at the Barolo Palace: $35
- Wine Tasting of Argentina's Most Classic and Popular Wines: $42
- Wine Tasting in Palermo, City of Buenos Aires.: $42
- Unique Wine Tasting in a Boutique Hotel : $45
- Wine Tasting at Downtown Buenos Aires Ego Experience: $53
- Buenos Aires Small-Group Wine Tasting: $55
- Buenos Aires Premium Wine Tasting: $58
- Wine Tasting Boutique in Buenos Aires: $62
- Upscale Asado & Wine Tasting (BBQ): $70
- Argentinian Private Premium Wine Tasting Live+Guided Walking tour: $76
- Premium Wine Tasting in Buenos Aires: $79
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Brussels and Buenos Aires, Argentina, we can see that Brussels is more expensive. And not only is Buenos Aires, Argentina much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Brussels is in Europe and Buenos Aires, Argentina is in South America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Buenos Aires, Argentina would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Buenos Aires, Argentina and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Brussels would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Brussels than you might in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Brussels Expensive? and Is Buenos Aires, Argentina Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Brussels or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
Buenos Aires, Argentina has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Brussels. When comparing the sizes of Brussels and Buenos Aires, Argentina, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
When is the best time to visit Brussels or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Buenos Aires, Argentina is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Brussels has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Brussels or Buenos Aires, Argentina in the Summer?
Both Buenos Aires, Argentina and Brussels are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Brussels for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Brussels is cooler than Buenos Aires, Argentina. Typically, the summer temperatures in Brussels in July average around 18°C (65°F), and Buenos Aires, Argentina averages at about 25°C (77°F)in January.
It's quite sunny in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Brussels usually receives less sunshine than Buenos Aires, Argentina during summer. Brussels gets 186 hours of sunny skies, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 279 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Buenos Aires, Argentina. In July, Brussels usually receives less rain than Buenos Aires, Argentinain January. Brussels gets 75 mm (3 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 118 mm (4.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryBrussels 18°C (65°F)Buenos Aires, Argentina 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Brussels or Buenos Aires, Argentina in the Autumn?
Both Buenos Aires, Argentina and Brussels during the autumn are popular places to visit. The autumn months attract visitors to Brussels because of the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In October, Brussels is generally much colder than Buenos Aires, Argentinain April. Daily temperatures in Brussels average around 12°C (54°F), and Buenos Aires, Argentina fluctuates around 18°C (65°F).
In Buenos Aires, Argentina, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Brussels often gets less sunshine than Buenos Aires, Argentinain April. Brussels gets 114 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 220 hours of full sun.
Buenos Aires, Argentina gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Brussels usually gets less rain in October than Buenos Aires, Argentinain April. Brussels gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilBrussels 12°C (54°F)Buenos Aires, Argentina 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Brussels or Buenos Aires, Argentina in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Brussels and Buenos Aires, Argentina. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Brussels this time of year.
It's quite cold in Brussels in the winter. Brussels is much colder than Buenos Aires, Argentina in the winter. The daily temperature in Brussels averages around 3°C (38°F) in January, and Buenos Aires, Argentina fluctuates around 12°C (53°F)in July.
Brussels usually receives less sunshine than Buenos Aires, Argentina during winter. Brussels gets 49 hours of sunny skies, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 143 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Brussels usually receives around the same amount of rain as Buenos Aires, Argentinain July. Brussels gets 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyBrussels 3°C (38°F)Buenos Aires, Argentina 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Brussels or Buenos Aires, Argentina in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Brussels as well as Buenos Aires, Argentina. Many travelers come to Brussels for the activities around the city.
In the spring, Brussels is much colder than Buenos Aires, Argentina. Typically, the spring temperatures in Brussels in April average around 10°C (49°F), and Buenos Aires, Argentina averages at about 18°C (64°F)in October.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Buenos Aires, Argentina. In the spring, Brussels often gets less sunshine than Buenos Aires, Argentinain October. Brussels gets 147 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 227 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Brussels usually gets less rain in April than Buenos Aires, Argentinain October. Brussels gets 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberBrussels 10°C (49°F)Buenos Aires, Argentina 18°C (64°F)
Typical Weather for Buenos Aires, Argentina and Brussels
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (38°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Feb | 4°C (39°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) |
| Apr | 10°C (49°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (62°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (65°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (65°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Sep | 16°C (60°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Oct | 12°C (54°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (45°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) |
| Dec | 4°C (40°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
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