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A R G E N T I N A |
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two in a sensual tango, an evocative Evita longing for her country, soccer spectators
screaming "goal" in ecstasy, the gaucho astride his horse on the pampas - and
you've got an essence of the zest for life that binds Argentinians. Called the "Land
of Fire and Ice" by many, Argentina abounds in contrasts - teeming cities and
desolate Patagonia, ski slopes and beaches, natural and man-made wonders, sophistication
and simplicity. If you are waiting to find a destination where you will not be
caught in a stampede of tourists, look no further. |
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Hiking,
skiing, nightlife, shopping, adventure sports, birdwatching and food are just some of the
thrills the country has to offer. Buenos Aires, the pulsating and throbbing city, is the
capital. Also called "grimy Paris", it is the centre of the country’s trade
and industry. The fast pace of the city lets up only for the afternoon siesta. The
curiosity, passion and fervour simmering in the very atmosphere is bound to make this a
very memorable holiday. |
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F A C
T B O X |
| Country Name |
Republican
Argentina |
| Area |
2,766,890
sqkm |
| Population |
36.1
million |
| Capital City |
Buenos
Aires |
| Official Language |
Spanish |
Religion |
Roman
Catholicism |
| Currency |
Peso
(Arg$) |
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