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quick facts about Argentina
Capital:
Buenos Aires (Ciudad Autónoma with 13,349,000 inhabitants)
Climate:
From tropical climates in the North to tundra in the far South. Practically every climate imaginable can be found in some part of the country. Visit weather in Argentina for more info.
Currency:
Argentine Peso (ARS). 1.00 USD=3.72850 ARS (May 2009)
Electricity:
220v, 50Hz. Bring an European-style adapter and a transformer if you plan to use any small appliance
Language:
Spanish, but also Italian, English, French and German
Religion:
Roman Catholic (92%), Protestant (2%), Jewish (2%), other (2%)
Population:
40,913,584 (July 2009 estimate). Ethnic groups are composed by white (97%) mestizo (3%)
Time zone:
GMT-3
Tango, mate and soccer are the biggest Argentinian passions, to a lesser extent, rugby and polo. attract a considerable crowd as well.
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