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[[file:Sol_de_Mayo-Bandera_de_Argentina.svg|thumb|left]] [[file:Cueva_de_las_Manos_(6811931046).jpg|thumb|right]] [[file:La_Reconquista_de_Buenos_Aires.jpg|thumb|right]] [[file:Smartin.JPG|thumb|right]] {{short description|Country in South America}} | |||
'''Argentina''' ({{IPAc-en|ˌ|ɑːr|dʒ|ən|ˈ|t|iː|n|ə}}; {{IPAc-es|a|ɾ|x|e|n|ˈ|t|i|n|a}}), officially the '''Argentine Republic''' ({{lang-es|República Argentina}}), is a country located mostly in the southern half of [[South America]]. Sharing the bulk of the [[Southern Cone]] with [[Chile]], it is also bordered by [[Bolivia]] and [[Paraguay]] to the north, [[Brazil]] to the northeast, [[Uruguay]] and the [[South Atlantic Ocean]] to the east, and the [[Drake Passage]] to the south. | '''Argentina''' ({{IPAc-en|ˌ|ɑːr|dʒ|ən|ˈ|t|iː|n|ə}}; {{IPAc-es|a|ɾ|x|e|n|ˈ|t|i|n|a}}), officially the '''Argentine Republic''' ({{lang-es|República Argentina}}), is a country located mostly in the southern half of [[South America]]. Sharing the bulk of the [[Southern Cone]] with [[Chile]], it is also bordered by [[Bolivia]] and [[Paraguay]] to the north, [[Brazil]] to the northeast, [[Uruguay]] and the [[South Atlantic Ocean]] to the east, and the [[Drake Passage]] to the south. | ||
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* [[Education in Argentina]] | * [[Education in Argentina]] | ||
* [[Healthcare in Argentina]] | * [[Healthcare in Argentina]] | ||
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[[Category:1816 establishments in South America]] | [[Category:1816 establishments in South America]] | ||
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{{Argentina topics}} | {{Argentina topics}} | ||
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Country in South America
Argentina (
), is a country located mostly in the southern half of South America. Sharing the bulk of the Southern Cone with Chile, it is also bordered by Bolivia and Paraguay to the north, Brazil to the northeast, Uruguay and the South Atlantic Ocean to the east, and the Drake Passage to the south.
History[edit]
The history of Argentina can be traced back to the Pre-Columbian era, with the first known human settlements dating back to the Paleolithic period. The country was colonized by Spain in the 16th century, and it declared its independence on July 9, 1816. The Argentine War of Independence was followed by a prolonged civil war that lasted until 1861, culminating in the country's reorganization as a federation of provinces with Buenos Aires as its capital.
Geography[edit]
Argentina is the eighth-largest country in the world and the second-largest in South America after Brazil. It encompasses a diverse range of landscapes, including the Andes mountains, the Pampas grasslands, and the Patagonia region. The country also boasts a variety of climates, from subtropical in the north to subpolar in the south.
Government and Politics[edit]
Argentina is a federal presidential constitutional republic. The President of Argentina is both the head of state and the head of government. The country has a bicameral legislature, consisting of the Senate and the Chamber of Deputies. The judiciary is independent of the executive and the legislature.
Economy[edit]
Argentina has a mixed economy, which is the third-largest in Latin America. The country is rich in natural resources, has a highly literate population, an export-oriented agricultural sector, and a diversified industrial base. The Argentine peso is the national currency.
Demographics[edit]
Argentina is a multicultural country with significant European influences. The majority of the population is of Italian and Spanish descent. The official language is Spanish, and the country has a high literacy rate.
Culture[edit]
Argentina is known for its rich cultural heritage, which includes tango music and dance, Argentine literature, and Argentine cuisine. The country is also famous for its contributions to the arts, sports, and sciences.
Education[edit]
Education in Argentina is free and compulsory for children between the ages of 6 and 14. The country has a well-developed public education system, and its universities are among the best in Latin America.
Health[edit]
Argentina has a universal healthcare system, which is funded by the government. The country has a high standard of medical care and a well-developed network of hospitals and clinics.
See also[edit]
- List of Presidents of Argentina
- Geography of Argentina
- Economy of Argentina
- Culture of Argentina
- Education in Argentina
- Healthcare in Argentina
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