ABOUT ARGENTINA

Argentina is rich in culture, history, natural beauty and warm hospitality. For many travelers, the primary attractions of the country are not only gauchos and tango, but also the country’s natural wonders. Argentina is the eighth largest country in the world.

Argentina’s cultural roots are mainly European and that is clearly reflected in its architecture, music, literature and lifestyle. There is an intense cultural activity in Argentina, and it is reflected in festivities, exhibitions, cinema and theatre festivals, and concerts that take place in the main cities. The typical Argentine meals are asado, empanadas, humita, locro, etc. However, due to the important migrating current that populated the country, there exists varied international cuisine: Spanish, Italian, French, German, Scandinavian, Greek, English, Swedish, Mexican, Basque, Jewish, and Arabian. Also, the quality of its wines and meats is worldly known and the new Argentine cuisine has reached an international level. There is an intense multicultural presence in Argentina: The Pachamama, Tango Festivals, the National Grape Harvest Festival, the Independent Cinema Festival, the Cosquin Folk and Rock Concert, and the Oktoberfest are some of the options.

Despite its large geographic size, traveling throughout Argentina is easy because of many local airports and one of the best bus systems in the world. Buses offer free movies, free meals and comfortable service to all areas of the country. With an enormously varied climate, travelers can visit sub Antarctic rainforests, tropical jungles, mountains, beaches, desert red canyons and awesome waterfalls.