Argentina

Argentin Facts Capital: Buenos AiresGovernment Type: RepublicCurrency: Argentine peso (ARS)Population: 42,610,981Total Area: 1,073,512 Square Miles2,780,400 Square KilometersLocation: Southern South America, bordering the South Atlantic Ocean, between Chile and UruguayLanguage: Spanish (official), Italian, English, German, French, indigenous (Mapudungun, Quechua) LanguagesSpanish (official), Italian, English, German, French, indigenous (Mapudungun, Quechua). Spanish is the official language of Argentina, however many people speak some English. German, French, and Italian are also widely spoken, as are several indigenous languages. Argentine Spanish also contains many distinct phrases and terms not used in other Spanish-speaking countries.   The Argentine People   It is customary to address people by a title (Señor, Señora, Doctor, among others) when being introduced. A handshake and slight nod show respect. Women are most likely to kiss each other, but a m...

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