Argentina! Known as one of the most stunning and versatile countries in the world, the Argentine landscape varies from the snow capped mountains of Patagonia, through vast marshlands and jungles, to the endless grassy plains that eventually lead into one of the most fashion crazy, modern cities in the world: Buenos Aries, also known as the Paris of South America. 

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Here are some fun facts about Argentina!

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• Argentina is the country where the tango originated.

• The country is also known for its wine and carne asada(roast beef/steak).

• It is the eighth largest country in the world.

• Argentina is divided into twenty-three different provinces.

• It is home to the worlds southernmost city, Ushuaia.

• On average, Argentines spend more time listening to the radio than any other country.

• Argentina was the first country in Latin-America to legalize same-sex marriage in 2010.

• Argentina's population is around 43.9 million.

• The life expectancy in Argentina is 77 years.

• Over 98% of the country is considered to be literate.

• Argentina's highest point, Mount Aconcagua, and its lowest point, Laguna del Carbón, are also the highest and lowest points in both the Western and Southern hemespheres.

• Argentina is the birthplace of one of the worlds most famous soccer players, Leon Messi.

• Argentina is also famous for its mate, a type of tea drunk from a straw.

• Argentina was the first country to use fingerprinting as evidence in a court of law.

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For more information about Argentina, check out my video below!

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