Geography
Argentina is in South America, South America. Its listed coordinates are -34, -64; it has Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Paraguay, Uruguay.
Neighboring countries: Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Paraguay, Uruguay
South America
Argentina
Argentina is a country in South America. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Buenos Aires
- Continent
- South America
- Region
- South America
- Population
- 46.7 million
- Area
- 2,780,400 km²
- Currency
- Argentine peso (ARS)
- Official language
- Guaraní, Spanish
- Calling code
- +54
- Internet TLD
- .ar
- Time zone
- UTC-03:00
Argentina map preview: -34.00, -64.00
People and Culture
Argentina uses Guaraní, Spanish in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in Argentina varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
Argentina is recorded with the official name Argentine Republic. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- Buenos Aires
- South America cultural and historic sites
- South America map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Buenos Aires
- Time zone data: UTC-03:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Argentina is grouped under South America.
- Argentina has a listed area of 2,780,400 km².
- Argentina is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about Argentina
What is the capital of Argentina?
The capital of Argentina is Buenos Aires.
What continent is Argentina in?
Argentina is in South America.
What currency does Argentina use?
Argentina uses the Argentine peso.
What language is spoken in Argentina?
Guaraní, Spanish is listed for Argentina in this database.