ARGENTINA

Juliana Figueroa

Argentina is located in the south of South America, it’s the second largest country in South America after Brazil. Argentina is slightly less than three-tenths the size of the United States with a total are of 2,766,890 sq km (1,068,302 sq mi); the length is about 3,650 km (2,268 mi) n-s and the width, 1,430 km (889 mi) e-w. (Worldmark Encyclopedia of Nations, 2007, Argentina)

Location

ClimateAnother important thing to considerate when travelling to Argentina is the climate. Generally, Argentina’s climate is temperate, although there are variations, from extreme heat up at north of the country, to mild climate at the center, to Antarctic cold down south in Patagonia. In Buenos Aires which is the capital of Argentina, there is light snowfalls around June and July which are the coldest months of the year, being January the warmest month so far. So if you are planning to go around July is better to get snow clothes, and if you plan to go in January, you can pack your swimming suit. Around cities in Argentina, the climate might change, although it will still keep either cold or colder in July, and hot or hotter in January.

This place tends to be more crowded than empty. The population of Argentina is estimated to be of 42’352.023 people. The sex ratio of the total population was 0.958 (958 males per 1000 females).Argentina ranks third in South America in total population and 33rd globally.The proportion of people under age of 15 is somehow below the world average, and the proportion of 65 and older is high.Argentina has had the lowest birth rate and population growth in Latin America.

Population

Buenos Aires is the largest city of Argentina, it is also its capital, and the second largest metropolitan area in South America. Located on the western shore of the estuary of the Rio de la Plata, on the continent’s southeastern coast. Buenos Aires is the most crowded city of Argentina with a population of around fifteen and a half million. Buenos Aires is a big cosmopolitan capital known for its European atmosphere, and vibrant nightlife, you can find and do whatever you like in this beautiful city.

Buenos Aires

Mendoza would be another main city, it is the capital of Mendoza Providence and it is widely known or recognized for being the heart of Argentina’s wine. The city has leafy streets lined with modern and art deco buildings, and 4 plazas surrounding Plaza Independencia. Its population is around 121.620 people.

Mendoza

Córdoba is also the capital of the province Córdoba in Argentina. Cordoba’s architecture is mainly Spanish colonial architecture with a population of 1.158 million people. Córdoba is also the second largest city of the country. The University of Córdoba is located here, and is the oldest university of the country and the second to be inaugurated in Latin America.

Cord

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Rosario would be the largest city of the Santa Fe province with an estimated population of 1.276.000 people, it is the third largest city of the country. It is known for the neoclassical architecture that is still remaining in hundreds of residences, houses, and public buildings. It is center of main Argentina’s railroad, and is a vibrant city for nightlife.

Rosario

La Plata is the capital of the Province of Buenos Aires with a population around 894.253 people or more. It is located only 55 kilometers away from Buenos Aires City to the Southeast. It is a city with history and tradition but having a European style, changing from beautiful and great public buildings to the main green areas, La Plata stands as an example of well-planned Metropolis. It is also very humid as it is just a few kilometers away from River Plate.

La Plata

I would eat beef if I go to Argentina, it’s a typical food of Argentina, and they really know how to make it as is very tasty. Yes, I would enjoy the food, Argentina is one of the countries with one of the best cuisine of the world, which is why a lot of people go to Argentina to become a good cook.

Food

April 2nd: Día del Veterano y de los Caídos en la Guerra de Malvinas. This national holiday pays homage to the veterans and war victims of the Falklands War.August 17th: Aniversario de la muerte del general José de San Martín. This national holiday commemorates the day of death of Argentina’s leader and hero in the struggle for Argentina’s independence: San Martín.October 12th: Día de la Raza. On this day the Discovery of America by Columbus in 1492 is commemorated. Holydays

Just like so many places especially in the city you have to be careful. Buenos Aires is safer than most cities in South America, but it cannot be compared with United States safe. If you are going around the city, you need to be careful, with this I am not saying Buenos Aires is dangerous, but it can be if you are not paying attention. So take your precautions, don’t wave around in the streets how many goods you have or don’t walk distracted, always pay attention to what might be happeningaround you, and if you see something weird or dangerous get quickly to the inside of the shop closer to you. In dangerous places, try to walk fast, and keep being precautious. Delinquency can be just like any other major city, but it can even a little bit more dangerous than cities in the United States.

Warnings

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