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Argentina

Argentina
Capital
Buenos Aires
Population
46.2M
Area
2,780,400 km²
Language
Spanish

Argentina is a country in South America, South America. Its capital is Buenos Aires, with a population of approximately 46.2M and a total area of 2,780,400 km². The official language is Spanish and the currency is the Peso (ARS).

📊 Quick Facts about Argentina

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Population
46.2M
total residents
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Total Area
2,780,400 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
17/km²
people per km²
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GDP (nominal)
$640B
total output
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GDP per Capita
$13,850
per person
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Currency
Peso (ARS)
legal tender
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Language(s)
Spanish
official
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Coastline
4,989 km
total shore
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Timezone
UTC−3
UTC offset
🎂
Independence
1816
established
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Local Time in Buenos Aires

Argentina covers an area of 2,780,400 km² with a population density of 17/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $640B ($13,850 per capita) and gained independence in 1816. It has a coastline of 4,989 km.

Did You Know?

Argentina gave the world the tango, and Buenos Aires has more psychoanalysts per capita than any other city on Earth. The country extends from subtropical north to sub-Antarctic Tierra del Fuego.

💡 Interesting Facts about Argentina

  1. Argentina has won the FIFA World Cup 3 times — in 1978, 1986 and 2022.
  2. Buenos Aires has more psychoanalysts per capita than any city in the world.
  3. Argentina is the 8th largest country in the world by area.
  4. The tango dance originated in the poor neighbourhoods of Buenos Aires.

✈️ Travel Information for Argentina

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Best Time to Visit
October–April (north), November–March (Patagonia)
Varied — subtropical north, temperate center, cold south
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Cost of Travel
💛 Affordable
Budget–Mid — compared to global average
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Meal Cost
$5–12
average restaurant meal
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Hotel Cost
$25–80
per night
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Visa
Visa-free for most Western nationalities
entry requirements
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Plug Type
Type I, 220V
electrical standard
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Driving Side
Right
side of the road

⚠️ Travel information is approximate and may change. Always verify visa requirements, entry rules and travel advisories with official government sources before travelling.

📍 Argentina on the Map

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📍 Buenos Aires, Argentina

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🏆 Argentina World Rankings

8th
Area
8th largest country in the world
3rd
South America
3rd largest economy in Latin America
1st
Tango
Birthplace and world capital of tango
3rd
FIFA World Cup
3-time FIFA World Cup champion

🏛 Must-See Places in Argentina

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Iguazú Falls

A UNESCO wonder — 275 waterfalls spanning 2.7km on the Argentina–Brazil border

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Perito Moreno Glacier

One of the world's few advancing glaciers — a 30km wall of blue ice in Patagonia

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Buenos Aires

The 'Paris of South America' with grand boulevards, tango halls and European flair

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Patagonia

A vast, windswept wilderness of mountains, lakes and glaciers at the end of the world

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🗺️ Countries Bordering Argentina

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Chile
Santiago
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Bolivia
Sucre / La Paz
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Paraguay
Asunción
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Brazil
Brasília
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Uruguay
Montevideo

❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Argentina

What is the capital of Argentina?

The capital of Argentina is Buenos Aires.

What language is spoken in Argentina?

The official language(s) of Argentina are Spanish.

What is the population of Argentina?

The population of Argentina is approximately 46.2M.

What currency does Argentina use?

Argentina uses the Peso (ARS).

What continent is Argentina in?

Argentina is located in South America, in the South America region.

What is the GDP of Argentina?

Argentina has a GDP of $640B, with a GDP per capita of $13,850.

What is the best time to visit Argentina?

The best time to visit Argentina is October–April (north), November–March (Patagonia). The climate is Varied — subtropical north, temperate center, cold south.

Do I need a visa for Argentina?

Visa-free for most Western nationalities

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Colombia
Bogotá
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Peru
Lima

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