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 Argentina
General Information
Official Country name
• Republica Argentina
Argentina Population
• 39.5 million
Capital City
• Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires Population
• 12 million
Language
• Spanish.
Time Zone
• Two hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time. Buenos
Aires,
Argentina current day and time.
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Passport Requirement
• To enter Argentina, you do require a passport. Visa
not required for business/tourist stay of up to 90 days.
For information concerning longer stays or other types
of visas contact the Consular Section of the
Argentine Embassy, 1811 Q St., NW, Washington, DC 20009
(202/238-6460) or the nearest
Consulate: CA (213/954-9155), FL (305/373-1889), GA
(404/880-0805, IL (312/819-2610), NY (212/603-0400) or
TX (713/871-8935). Internet:
www.embassyofargentina-usa.org. It is recommended that
all visitors have sufficient funds (at least US$50 per
day), as well as onward or return tickets and documents
required for next destination. From 23 January 2007 all
US citizens traveling to and from Argentina by air will
require a valid passport; by 1 January 2008 the
requirement will be extended to include all land and sea
border crossings as well.
Note: Passport and visa requirements are liable to
change at short notice. You are advised to check your
entry requirements with your embassy or consulate.
Visa Requirement
 •
A visa is not required for a business or tourist stay of
up to 90 days. A passport is required.
Exchange Rate
• 3.08 Argentinean Pesos per 1 US Dollar (as of 4/15/07)
Note: In Argentina, the $ symbol represents ARS, not USD.
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Cuisine
• There are over 6,000 restaurants, cafes and bars in
Buenos Aires. The country's vast agricultural regions,
ranches and fishing areas make Argentina a diner's
delight, especially when sampling its grilled meats and
quality wines. The country's European influence is
reflected in its menus. Beef fanciers should learn the
word parilla, often included on a restaurant's sign to
indicate that barbecued steak is a specialty. Parrillada
is a grilled specialty sampling every part of the cow
including the udder. Cazuelas are meat, vegetables and,
occasionally, fruit stews. Mate, an Argentine nouvelle
cuisine, is a strong stimulating tea sipped from a
distinctive seasoned gourd through a metal bombilla.
Electricity
• 220V, 50Hz
Government
• Republic
President
• Nestor Kirchner
 Climate
• Argentina is subtropical in the north, sub-Antarctic
in the southern Patagonia and mild/humid in the Pampas
Plains. Buenos Aires is mild in the fall (March – May)
and Spring (September – November) and quite hot in the
summer (December – February). In January the temperature
is approximately 80° F (27° C) in the north and
approximately 60° F (16° C) in the south. Average July
temperatures range from 60° F (16° C) in the north and
32° F (0° C) in the south. Patagonia is colder than
Buenos Aires so if Patagonia is on your list of desired
destinations, the warmest time to visit is November
through March.
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Health
• There is a low risk of yellow fever, cholera and
malaria in some northern provinces, so it is wise to
seek your doctor's advice when traveling to these areas.
Hepatitis A vaccination is recommended before travel to
Argentina. Water is safe to drink in major towns and
cities. Asthma, sinus and bronchial ailments can be
aggravated by pollution in Buenos Aires. Those with
specific conditions should bring a sufficient quantity
of medical supplies and medicines for the trip.
Travelers can check the latest health information with
the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in
Atlanta, Georgia. Hotline 877-FYI-TRIP
(877-394-8747) and website
http://wwwn.cdc.gov/travel/default.aspx give the most
recent health advisories, immunization recommendations
or requirements, and advice on food and drinking water
safety for regions and countries. A booklet entitled
"Health Information for International Travel" (HHS
publication number CDC-95-8280) is available from the
U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402,
tel. (202) 512-1800.
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People
• 86% European descent, 15% Mestizo, 1% Indian and other
minorities.
Area
• 1,083,000 sq mi (2,776,890 sq km).
Literacy Rate
• 97.1%
Religion
• 93% Roman Catholic, 2.5% Protestant, 2% Jewish, 1.5%
Ukranian Catholic and 1% Armenian Orthodox.
Currency
• ARS – Argentinean Peso
Note: US Dollars, Euros and credit cards are widely
accepted in Argentina.
Internet Access
• Internet cafes are widely available in Buenos Aires
and other popular tourist destinations throughout
Argentina. Many hotels also offer Internet access.
International Dialing Code
• The international access code for Argentina is 0054.
The outgoing code is 00 followed by the relevant country
code (e.g. 001 for the United States). The area code for
Buenos Aires is (0)11. Calls are usually made from
public call centers, but there are also public
telephones that take coins or phone cards, although you
usually pay more than the unit value of the card. Mobile
phones are increasingly popular; the area code must
always be used when phoning a cell phone in Argentina.
Diseases
• No malaria, yellow fever, ebola or tropical illnesses
exist in Argentina
Emergency Contacts
• Medical World Travel will provide you with emergency
contacts prior to your departure.
• Buenos Aires Police – Dial 101 on any phone.
• Buenos Aires Central Police Station: Moreno 1550
Telephone: 011/4370-5911 or 011/4370-5800
• Buenos Aires Ambulance Service: Sala de Guardia.
Telephone: 107 or 011/4923-1051
• Buenos Aires Immigration. Migraciones. Artartida
Argentina 1335 & 1355, edificios 3 & 4.
Telephone: 011/4317-0200, fax: 011/4317-0282. Morning Visa extensions.
• Embassies:
National Secretariat of Tourism, Buenos Aires: +54 (0)11
4312 2232 or
Argentina Tourist Web Site
Embassy of Argentina, Washington DC, United States: +1
202 238 6400.
Embassy of Argentina, London, United Kingdom: +44 (0)20
7318 1300.
Embassy of Argentina, Ottawa, Canada: +1 613 236 2351.
Embassy of Argentina, Canberra: (02) 6273 9111.
Embassy of Argentina, Pretoria, South Africa: +27 (0)12
430 3524/7.
Embassy of Argentina, Dublin, Ireland: +353 (0)1 269
1546.
Embassy of Argentina, Wellington, New Zealand: +64 (0)4
472 8330.
United States Embassy, Buenos Aires: +54 (0)11 5777
4533.
British Embassy, Buenos Aires: +54 (0)11 4808 2200.
Canadian Embassy, Buenos Aires: +54 (0)11 4808 1000.
Australian Embassy, Buenos Aires: +54 (0)11 4779 3500.
Embassy of South Africa, Buenos Aires: +54 (0)11 4317
2900.
Embassy of Ireland, Buenos Aires: +54 (0)11 5787 0801.
New Zealand Embassy, Buenos Aires: +54 (0)11 4328 0747.
Emergencies: 101.
Holidays
• January 1st: New Year’s Day
• March – April Good Thursday
• March – April Good Friday
• March 24th: Memorial Day
• April 2nd: Malvinas Day
• May 1st: Labor Day
• May 24th Revolucion de Mayo (Buenos Aires
Independence)
• June 20th: National Flag Day
• July 9th: National Independence Day
• August 17th: Jose de San Martin Day
• September 1st: Teacher’s Day
• September 21st: Student’s Day
• October 12th: Columbus Day
• December 8th: Day of Immaculate Conception
• December 24th: Christmas Eve
• December 25th: Christmas
GDP per Capita
• $10,423.11 USD
Travel Assistance and Related Links:
• USD$ to ARS$ Exchange Rate Calculator
http://www.oanda.com/convert/classic
• US Department of State Background Notes on Argentina
http://www.state.gov/r/pa/ei/bgn/26516.htm
• CIA World Fact Book - Argentina -
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• Map of Argentina
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/mapshells/south_america/argentina/argentina.htm
• US Department of State International Travel Public
Announcements -
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Tourist Attractions in Argentina
Iguazú Falls
The widest falls on Earth is in Argentina. Situated in
the Parque Nacional Iguazú near Puerto Iguazú, the
Iguazú falls lie just east of the confluence of the
Iguazú and Paraná rivers. The surrounding park is home
to 135,850 acres of pristine subtropical rainforest,
with abundant flora and wildlife. Declared mankind’s
Natural Heritage by UNESCO, the Iguazu Falls is an
unforgettable experience for travellers. 4.42 million
gallons (17 million liters) fall every 10 seconds.
 Patagonia
South of Buenos Aires, Patagonia is a large province
featuring a mountainous interior, Andean national parks
and unique coastal wildlife. The Perito Moreno Glacier
of Santa Cruz is a 197ft (60m) high river of protruding
ice. Carmen de Patagones, previously inhabited by Welsh
immigrants, is a beautiful colonial city worth visiting.
Argentina related links:
• Argentina Tourist Information –
Secretary of Tourism
• Brief History of Argentina –
LonelyPlanet
• Wikipedia -
Argentina
• Tripadvisor -
Argentina Tourism
• Iexplore –
Argentina Overview
• Travelguide –
Argentina
• Travel Images –
Argentina
• Hackwriters -
Interesting Argentina Article
• All About Argentina -
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