Argentina is a country in South America, South America with a rich history, unique culture and some remarkable records. Here are the most interesting facts about Argentina that most people don't 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.
Argentina has won the FIFA World Cup 3 times — in 1978, 1986 and 2022.
Buenos Aires has more psychoanalysts per capita than any city in the world.
Argentina is the 8th largest country in the world by area.
The tango dance originated in the poor neighbourhoods of Buenos Aires.
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.
Argentina is known for several remarkable places that attract visitors and define the country's identity:
A UNESCO wonder — 275 waterfalls spanning 2.7km on the Argentina–Brazil border
One of the world's few advancing glaciers — a 30km wall of blue ice in Patagonia
The 'Paris of South America' with grand boulevards, tango halls and European flair
A vast, windswept wilderness of mountains, lakes and glaciers at the end of the world
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.
The capital of Argentina is Buenos Aires.
Argentina has a population of approximately 46.2M.
The official language of Argentina is Spanish.
Argentina gained independence in 1816.
Argentina uses the Peso (ARS).