Located
in South America, comprising almost the entire southern half of
South America, Argentina is the world's eighth largest countr, and
thus, in the southern hemisphere, Argentina has an area of almost
3.8 million square kilometers, 2.8 on the continent – approximately
54% are plains (grasslands and savannahs), 23%, plateaus, and the
other 23%, mountains - and the remainder in the Antarctic. It is
3,800 Km. long and is located between latitude 22º and 55º.
Its border with Uruguay, Brazil, Paraguay, Bolivia and Chile has
a perimeter of 9,376 Km, while the territory bordered by the Atlantic
Ocean is 4,725 Km long.
Argentina
is a one of the world's most exciting countries. The capital, Buenos
Aires, offers the richness of Europe with a unique South American
flair. It is highly cosmopolitan, yet a short distance from waterfalls
more breathtaking than Niagara Falls and mountain views as spectacular
as the Swiss Alps.
Argentina
is a large country with a number of distinct features and regions.
North of Buenos Aires, Iguazu Falls is one of the greatest natural
wonders in the world. To the west, the wine regions are located
around the picturesque city of Mendoza. Further South lies the incredible
region of Patagonia. Breath-taking Bariloche is the capital of the
Patagonian lake region, with excellent skiing during the Argentine
winter and warm weather sports the rest of the year. El Calafate
and Peninsula Valdes feature remarkable natural beauty and wildlife,
while Ushuaia and Tierra del Fuego are in close proximity to the
Antarctic. While in Patagonia, you can visit penguin colonies, glaciers
and enjoy the wide variety of native wildlife.
Finally,
only a few hours by ferry from Buenos Aires, the visitor can find
the quiet colonial town of Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay. Explore
the beautiful town and enjoy the atmosphere, the food and the shopping. |