ARGENTINA

Time in Argentina

Language → None – (Spanish has de facto status)
Population(around) → 45,894,696
Currency → Argentine Peso (ARS) $

ARGENTINA WEATHER

General weather Overview

→ Because Argentina is such a large country, the climate differs greatly from one location to the next. The average daily temperature varies by season, ranging from freezing to near-sweltering. There is little precipitation throughout the summer months, and evaporation provides severe dryness. The northeast has a subtropical climate, whereas the center region is more humid, and the south is primarily chilly, with glacial cold affecting it.

Cities

Buenos Aires / Capital – Córdoba – Rosario – Mendoza – San Miguel de Tucumán – La Plata – Mar del Plata – Quilmes – Salta – Santa Fe de la Vera Cruz – San Juan – Resistencia – Santiago del Estero – Corrientes – Posadas – Morón – San Salvador de Jujuy – Paraná – Neuquén – Formosa – San Fernando del Valle de Catamarca – San Luis – La Rioja – Santa Rosa – Río Gallegos – Ushuaia – Viedma – Rawson

Fun facts

  • The longest road in the world connects Alaska with southern Argentina. It is around 30,000 kilometers long and crosses 17 states, six time zones, and four climate zones
  • Lionel Messi's hometown in Argentina has banned parents from naming their children 'Messi' as it became too confusing for people and also the government since so many children were already named after the famous footballer
  • Argentina is the largest Spanish-speaking country in the world

Some popular local foods

Asado, Chimichurri, Provoleta, Dulce de leche, Alfajores, Empanadas, Matambre arrollado, Yerba mate, Choripán, Carbonada

Some native animals:

Pink Fairy Armadillo, Moreno’s Ground-Dove, Patagonian Hare, Andean Flamingo, Patagonian Seahorse, Large Four-eyed Frog, Banjo Catfish, Guanaco, Foxes, Otters, Deer, Swans, Condors, Hummingbirds, Jaguars

Couple of reasons to visit

  • It is a huge country and as such has the most incredible variety of animals that can be spotted throughout the country tempts nature lovers to book their luxury cruises to Argentina
  • Along with Nahuel Huapi National Park in Patagonia, Iguazú Falls is one of the most visited tourist attractions in Argentina! Visitors can enjoy the breathtaking views of the falls, as well as tours, hikes, and water sports at the base of the enchanting falls
  • Don't miss out on having a reason to celebrate! A country that always seizes the opportunity to party, Argentina has many different types of festivals. Festivals are held throughout the year in Buenos Aires
  • Visit some of the UNESCO world heritage sites which no picture could ever do it justice. Experience the country's history, with its lush nature and vibrancy
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