Argentina

Argentina is recognized as the second largest and third most populous country in South America. It occupies more than 2.7 million square kilometers and consists of 23 provinces and the capital district of Buenos Aires with a population of more than 10 million people. In total, more than 40 million people live in the state. They speak Spanish here, many people speak with an accent. This is the influence of the Portuguese language, so Brazil is located next door.

Translated from Latin « argentum » means silver, and from the Greek « argentus » - white, so Argentina is called the country of silver. The state is associated with the tireless revolutionary Ernesto Che Guevara, the world-famous footballer Diego Maradona. It is also the birthplace of tango. The dance appeared in this country. Previously, couples danced in closed areas, since during movements the partners touched each other at the level of hands and breasts, and this seemed obscene behavior.

Each city has its own unique places. The capital of Argentina is rich in architectural buildings. We are talking about ancient houses, churches, cobbled streets. They harmoniously combine with modern structures: skyscrapers, sculptures that can occupy roads and streets.

A large number of museums are located in the La Recoleta quarter. And the widest street in the world is Abenida. In Salta, statues of the Virgin Mary and Christ the Miracle Worker were erected. The ancient Cordoba Mosque is located in Cordoba. The list of the most beautiful places on the planet includes the Iguazu waterfall, a complex on the border with Brazil. It is added to the UNESCO World Heritage List.

In Argentina, you can visit the end of the world in the literal sense of the word. On the south side is the Fire Land. In this place, the mainland ends and access to Antarctica opens. In the Beagle Strait stands the southernmost city in the world of Ushuaya. Among the people he was nicknamed « Dear End of the World ». From this place, polar explorers go to Antarctica, and before it was a refuge for sailors. Today it is a popular tourist destination. The whole story can be found in the city museum.

Until our era, hunters and artisans lived here. In our era, people began to engage in agriculture and livestock. Dolumbovy Argentina was inhabited by Indian tribes. They defended their freedom, so for a long time the colonialists could not conquer it. The first mention of the name Argentina dates back to 1602 in the poem by Martin del Barko Sainer. The name of the region began to be widely used in the 18th century.

In its modern borders, the state was formed in the 19th century. In 1816, Argentina's independence was recognized. Before that, she was a colonial country, and she was considered the most backward among other parts of the continent. They were looking for gold, silver and precious metals, but found nothing. Since the middle of the 19th century, fertile plains have been recognized as the largest in the western hemisphere. It attracted European immigration.

At the moment, Argentina is the title of one of the most developed South American states. The core of the Argentine nation is Creoles. This is what the Spaniards born in Argentina are called. In addition to them, the Brazilian, Italian, French, Polish and Russian people live in the country. Many of them belong to believers. Here is freedom of religion, but most believers are Catholics.

Today, Argentina is one of the top 10 leading countries in terms of uranium ore reserves. Deposits of iron ore, brown coal, manganese, copper and zinc were discovered on the territory of the republic. Of great importance for the development of the economy are natural gas and oil products. In addition, the country is rich in deposits of granite and marble.

Each region has its own constitution. Provinces are divided into departments, and power is exercised through self-government. Much attention is paid to the comfort of citizens. Argentines defend and defend their rights in all directions. Military service is voluntary, draft age from 18 to 24 years, but there is no military duty. In 2010, same-sex marriage was legalized in the country.

Argentina is influenced by tropical, subtropical and temperate climatic zones. This is reflected in the weather. As in the entire Southern Hemisphere, seasonal cycles are different from those of the Northern Hemisphere. This must be taken into account when planning a trip to Argentina in order to choose the most favorable period for your vacation.

Summer begins in December, and winter ? in June. The warmest month is January. This month, the temperature is usually + 15 ° C. The air heats up to + 40 ° C as much as possible. In winter, the temperature remains at approximately + 17 ° C.

Central Argentina often has tornadoes and thunderstorms. But meteorologists warn about this. The climate is subtropical wet in the capital. Winter is soft, freezing is rare, but summer is stuffy. A lot of rainfall falls out. During the year, precipitation decreases from the east to the west from 1,400 to 100 millimeters, but in the mountains this figure increases. In the South Andes, the highest rainfall falls - up to 5 thousand millimeters per year.

The wildlife and plant world of the republic is characterized by diversity. Half-deserts spread in Patagonia, and tropical and subtropical forests predominate in Inter-River. The south side is characterized by grassy areas. Entre Rios has a cereal prairie that acts as a transitional area to Pampa. In general, according to official sources, Argentina is 20% inhabited by forests.

Kamysh, reeds, water lilies, acacia, mimosa, ostrich trees grow in the country. Palm groves grow along the banks of rivers. In addition, there is a topping, wild porch and colorful colorful variety. Rigid cereals and xerophilic shrubs alternate with cacti. The national flower is the Eritrina Cockfish Ribbon from the Legume Crops family. The plant reaches 5 meters in height.

The fauna is not as diverse as flora, but there are endemic species. These include Pampas deer, Pampas cats and Magellanic dogs. They live in the Andes and foothills. In Pune live relict spectacle bears belonging to the type of short-faced predators. In the semi-deserts and savannah you can find the cougar.

Also in Argentina there are gray foxes, American ostriches, alpaca, anteaters, chinchillas, vicuna, rodents and armadillo. In Patagonia, there are large numbers of nutria and otters. Hawks, falcons and partridges fly. In swamps and lakes you can find waterfowl. They have a bright color, so it is impossible to notice them. On the banks of water bodies there are flamingos and herons. Forests have become the home of hummingbirds. You can enjoy the singing of nightingales. From March to April, penguins and killer whales sail, and from December to March - dolphins.

Argentina protects nature. There are several programs aimed at protecting the environment. Forest deforestation, water pollution and solid waste management are prohibited. The country became famous for the fact that a crohal, feathered, which was previously considered extinct, was discovered on its expanses. Naturalists are doing everything possible so that this species does not disappear.

Argentina belongs to South America and the archipelago of the Fiery Lands. The country has the highest and lowest points on the continent. The entire territory of the country is divided into 4 parts: mountain ranges, northern plains, the plain-cold region of Pampa, Patagonia.

From the west passes the border with Chile, neighbors from the north - Bolivia and Paraguay, in the northeast of the border is Brazil with Uruguay. The state is washed by the Atlantic Ocean. Argentina is called a state of contrasts. In addition to beaches for recreation and resorts there are ski resorts. It attracts travelers from all over the world.

The territory is drawn in the meridional direction. The coastline is almost 5,000 kilometers long. The river network is most developed on the southeast side. Water is rich in fish and sea beasts. The large length of maritime borders plays one of the key roles in building trade and economic ties with other countries. Import and export of goods imposed. This raises living standards in Argentina.

Argentinean cuisine is hearty and high-calorie. It is also called a paradise for meat-eaters, as meat is the main ingredient for national dishes. Beef is considered the hallmark of national cuisine. Also, potato pasta prevails in the diet, but dairy products are practically not used: kefir, cottage cheese and sour cream.

Often in cafes and restaurants order parrilla. This grilled dish is a mixture of steak, sausages and meat offal. It gives a charge of energy for several hours, so it is eaten in between work. No less popular is the bife de chorizo, which is a huge steak 5 centimeters thick. Bife de lomo is served as fried ribs, and simple chorizo as pork sausages.

Argentines advise you to try stewed meat puchero, and vegetarians should like tartas pies. And pizza is cooked no worse than in Italy. The best restaurants where you can eat deliciously include Don Julio, La Brigada, El Desnivel.

Argentines are hospitable to tourists. Many of them speak English. National currency is peso. You can change money in city banks. It’s better to always have cash with you. Not all stores and public institutions accept bank cards. If the trip to Argentina does not last more than 3 months, a visa does not need to be issued. Medicine is free, including for tourists. For unsatisfactory health, you can seek help from Hospital de Urgencias or Hospital Zonal General de Agudos San Roque Manuel B. Gonnet. These are the best hospitals in the country. Medical facilities do not charge for diagnosis and treatment, but there are baskets for donations, and everyone can leave something in gratitude, but this is not necessary.

Education is free here. Some people come to rest, and then decide to linger. In this case, local residents recommend getting an education at the university. You don’t have to pay for it either. Anyone can do it, but not everyone can finish their studies.

According to the current customs rules, there are restrictions on import and export. All this is carefully checked at the entrance and exit from the country of each citizen. It is forbidden to bring perishable food to Argentina. This category includes dairy products, vegetables, fruits, bread, cheese, sausages and meat products, and so on. You can take with you no more than 2 liters of alcoholic beverages, no more than 400 cigarettes and no more than 100 milliliters of perfumes and perfumery water. The cost of purchased souvenirs should not exceed $ 300. You can import any amount of any currency, but you can export no more than 10 thousand dollars. To exceed the limit, you need to pay a fee of 50% of the amount. You can withdraw funds in national currency ( peso ) without restrictions.

You can take out wool, leather, jewelry and other goods, but it is important to have checks with you. Otherwise, it can be regarded as theft. This will be followed by clarification of circumstances, which may take a lot of time. Each case is considered individually.

In Argentina, bright street costume shows are held, which in scale can be compared to the Brazilian carnival. In the first months of winter in Gualeguajuichu, in the province of Entre Rios, a procession in dresses with sparkles and feathers is organized on weekends. Also, people choose the images of the ninja and samurai as costumes. Following the enchanting procession, everyone can go. People dance and have fun, watch performances.

In early July, « a sweet week » takes place. During this period, it is customary to share sweets. You can treat both neighbors, friends and relatives, and strangers. But in return, the receiving party must answer with a symbolic kiss.

In Mendoza, the fiesta celebrate the harvest of grapes in a week. At the end of winter, wine tasting takes place. Winemakers conduct master classes, organize entertainment performances on the streets.

The tango festival is held in Buenos Aires in late February. You can see how the international dance festival goes, dance with the Argentines or learn the movements of the tango.

In Argentina, you can draw up an interesting cultural program for every taste and wallet. On the border with Brazil is the Iguazu waterfall. This is one of the recognized 7 natural wonders of the world. The width of the complex is 2.7 kilometers. It is presented in the form of 275 waterfalls, the average height of which is approximately 60 meters. Over 1 million liters of water fall per second.

One of the most visited attractions is the Cave of the Hands. She is in Patagonia. Previously, hunter-gatherers lived here. Archaeologists believe that the prints of their hands, which have survived to this day, have left the forerunners of the Tueelche tribe, who lived in the 9th millennium BC. This mysterious phenomenon looks like a work of art. Photographs are often taken against his background.

You can get acquainted with the history of Argentina at the National Museum. It is located in Lesama Park. Most of the expositions describe the struggle of the Argentines for independence. Here you can find the documents and things of the participants in the revolution. Many artifacts have been donated.

The botanical garden in the capital of Argentina was opened in 1898. In the fresh air in the garden you can spend the whole day. It grows more than 10 thousand plants and trees. You can visit the winter garden, a gardening school and admire the sculptures on the territory of the complex.

The Argentine Zoo covers an area of 18 hectares. He opened his doors in 1895. The territory is divided into zones. You can look at pets, farm animals, an aquarium with reptiles. In total, about 90 species of mammals, 50 reptiles and almost 200 species of birds live here.

Argentina has created all the necessary conditions for the development of tourism activities. You can stay in small rooms of low-cost hotels and luxury apartments of five-star hotels. You can book a number before departure or upon stay. Many hotels have official sites where you can look at rooms in advance and choose the right option.

Cabanas are small guest houses that resemble cottages in resorts. The hostel is mainly in demand among young people, but there are no age restrictions. This is not only a place to sleep, but also a way to find new friends. Chosteriya and Posada are houses that are rented in rural areas. On farms are the Estancias hotels. Popular network hotels recognizable around the world also work. These include Hilton, Four Seasons. The most unusual option is to consider tango hotels. Tango evenings are held in them every day, and classes are free for beginners.

Argentina has created all the necessary conditions for the development of tourism activities. You can stay in small rooms of low-cost hotels and luxury apartments of five-star hotels. You can book a number before departure or upon stay. Many hotels have official sites where you can look at rooms in advance and choose the right option.

Cabanas are small guest houses that resemble cottages in resorts. The hostel is mainly in demand among young people, but there are no age restrictions. This is not only a place to sleep, but also a way to find new friends. Chosteriya and Posada are houses that are rented in rural areas. On farms are the Estancias hotels. Popular network hotels recognizable around the world also work. These include Hilton, Four Seasons. The most unusual option is to consider tango hotels. Tango evenings are held in them every day, and classes are free for beginners.