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Country in South America

Argentina

Argentina stretches from the tropics to Antarctica, encompassing Patagonian glaciers, Andean peaks, and the cultural vibrancy of Buenos Aires.

CapitalBuenos Aires
LanguageGuaraní, Spanish
CurrencyArgentine peso
Population46.7M

Key Facts

CapitalBuenos Aires
RegionSouthern South America / Río de la Plata
GovernmentFederal presidential republic
Independence1816
Area2,780,400 km2
Population density17/km2
Time zoneART (UTC-3)
Calling code+54
Drives onRight

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HDI
0.849
Safety index
52.0
Internet access
88%
Life expectancy
77.1

Sources: World Bank, Numbeo, UN.

Top 3 Highest Mountains

Aconcagua6,961 m
Ojos del Salado6,893 m
Monte Pissis6,795 m

Religion (est.)

  • Christianity62%
  • No religion25%
  • Other9%
  • Spiritism4%

Why Visit

Buenos AiresVibrant capital with European flair, tango, steakhouses, and grand boulevards.
PatagoniaWind-swept wilderness of glaciers, mountains, and guanacos at the end of the world.
Iguazu FallsOne of the world's great waterfalls, shared with Brazil, surrounded by rainforest.
Wine CountryMendoza and the Andean foothills produce world-class Malbec wines.
Pampas CultureVast grasslands, gauchos, folk music, and Argentina's soul.

Top 3 Cities by Population

Buenos Aires
3.1M
Cordoba
1.5M
Rosario
1.3M

Climate Overview

-1CJan avg.
22CJul avg.
637 mmYearly rainfall
Temperate to arid, cold southClimate

Other Quick Info

CurrencyArgentine peso
Official languageGuaraní, Spanish
National day25 May
Electricity220V, Type C/I