Argentina is a large South American country with a population of over 43 million people. It has a diverse geography and climate, ranging from tropical in the north to subantarctic in the far south. Spanish is the official language, though indigenous languages are also spoken. The predominant religion is Roman Catholic. Argentina has a diverse economy focused on industries like food processing, vehicles, chemicals and textiles. It also has a developed transportation infrastructure and high-speed internet access. Buenos Aires is the capital and largest city.

1. Argentina

2. Geography
Country Name: Argentine Republic
Capital: Buenos Aires
Land Area: 1,056,636 Mi2
Population: 43,024,374 (July 2014 est.)
Location: Argentina is located in Southern South America. It borders Chile to the West;
Bolivia and Paraguay to the North; and Brazil, Argentina and South Atlantic Ocean to
the East. Argentina is the second largest country in South America, after Brazil. It‘s
regions vary from tropical in the North of the country to Tundra in the far South.
Climate: Argentina‘s climate is mostly temperate. The Southeast area is arid, and
Southwest has subantartic weather.

3. Social
Languages: Spanish is the official language of Argentina. Foreign and indigenous languages are
also spoken.
Religion: 92% Roman Catholic
Shopping: Argentina offers a variety of shopping options. Shopping on popular pedestrian
streets and markets are a great way to spend a weekend afternoon. There are also several large
shopping malls in the main cities of Argentina, home to national and International brands.
Food: Argentina is well known for its prime beef steak. Many of its dishes are beef oriented.
Common Italian staples are pasta and pizza. Dulce de leche a sweet spread is very popular to
eat with pancakes or toast. Mate, an herbal infusion, is customary. Argentina is also
Internationally recognized for its fine wine.
Entertainment: Argentina is renowned for its nightlife; Bars and clubs are always overflowing
with people after midnight. Argentina’s theatres and opera houses show concerts and ballets
throughout the year. Tango and folklore shows are very popular in Buenos Aires as well.
Steakhouses are signature to Argentina’s culture, but Argentina offers a variety of cuisine
options through its International restaurants.

4. Transportation & Communication
Airports: Argentina has many small airports all over the country. The major Airports are
Ezeiza Ministro Pistarini International Airport and Aeroparque Jorge Newbery Airport in
Buenos Aires.
Public Transportation: Argentina has buses that cover all areas of the country. Taxis are
very common and accessible. Trams and suburban trains are available in metropolitan
areas, and Buenos Aires has an underground metro system as well. Rail transportation is
still operating, but not as popular as it once was.
Internet: High-speed internet and wifi available
Telephone: Fixed lines and mobile connections
Television and Radio: Argentina has multiple privately owned TV Networks. Different
cable providers provide access to International channels, and online streaming services
are also available.

5. Political
Government: Republic
Branches: Executive; Legislative; Judicial.
Chief of State: Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner

6. Economic
Currency: Argentina Peso (approx. 8.47 ARS = 1USD)
Major Industries: Food processing, vehicles, chemicals, textiles, metallurgy