Argentina
With a beautiful metropolitan capital, dramatic geography, and a passionate lifestyle imbued with the wealth and splendor of Old Europe, Argentina has much to offer to students who favor Argentina’s romantic culture and meaty savory (Argentina is a major producer of meat, especially beef) cuisine.
The large country boasts many natural landmarks, which are immense in scale, from the towering Andes Mountains to the Perito Moreno Glacier to the awe-inspiring subtropical waterfalls of the Iguaçu River on the border with Brazil. Argentina runs north to south, from deep interior to coast, and so possesses allowing for amazing natural diversity, with— it is inhabited by everything from jaguars to penguins.
Despite a rough political history and a recent economic downturn, Argentina, once very wealthy, remains an upper-middle-income nation and the most developed in South America. Buenos Aires, the capital and largest city, has been called the “Paris of South America” because of its wealth, architectural sophistication, and the fact that it looks and feels more like a European city than any other in South America. Anyone longing to explore the lively culture of Latin America, while still enjoying the familiar comforts of the United States or Europe, should head to Argentina to experience the best of both worlds.
Climate
Argentina’s climate is generally temperate and varies with latitude to an extreme degree. The northernmost part of the country is subtropical while the southernmost part is sub arctic.
Health and Safety
Malaria risk areas are limited to rural areas along the border with the equatorial countries of Bolivia and Paraguay.
Religion and Festivals
Most Argentinean identify themselves as Roman Catholics, although few are active participants in the church. Most others identify with Protestantism and Islam. A sizable Jewish population (about 2%) also lives in Argentina.
Transportation
Argentina has a number of international and local airports. Buses and taxis are popular and affordable for both urban and long-distance transport. The once-extensive rail network has been in disrepair but private companies have resurrected many major lines.
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