Argentina
Argentina, officially the Argentine Republic, is a federal republic in southern South America.
Argentina, officially the Argentine Republic, is a federal republic in southern South America. It is the eighth-largest country in the world and is known for its large Atlantic coastline, the Andes, the Pampas, Patagonia, and its capital, Buenos Aires. The country's population is about 45.4 million and Spanish is the official language.
Geography
Argentina occupies much of the southern part of South America and includes varied landscapes such as plains, mountains, deserts, forests, and tundra. It borders Chile, Bolivia, Paraguay, Brazil, and Uruguay, and has a coastline on the South Atlantic Ocean. Major geographic features include the Andes, the Pampas, and Patagonia.
History
Argentina declared independence from Spain in 1816. After neighbouring territories such as Bolivia, Paraguay, and Uruguay separated, the remaining area became the modern country of Argentina. The former United Provinces of the Río de la Plata evolved into modern Argentina.
Government and politics
Argentina is a federal republic and presidential republic. Its political system includes a president and a two-house legislature.
Population and society
Argentina has a population of roughly 45 million in recent estimates, with Spanish as the official language. The country's population and culture were strongly shaped by immigration, especially from Europe.
Key facts
- Argentina is the eighth-largest country in the world by area.
- It borders Chile, Bolivia, Paraguay, Brazil, and Uruguay.
- It declared independence from Spain in 1816.
- Buenos Aires is the capital and largest city.
- The country is a federal republic with a president as head of state.
Argentina is relevant to Canadian readers through trade, travel, and international affairs, and it is a major South American country often covered in Canadian news and geography curricula.
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References
- The World Factbook — https://theworldfactbook.org/country/argentina.htmlSupports: Capital, population estimate, area, location, and independence history.
- National Geographic Kids — https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/geography/countries/article/argentinaSupports: Geography, regions, government type, and continental ranking.
- Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/place/ArgentinaSupports: Country description, geography, size, regional features, and territorial claims.
- CIA World Factbook — https://www.cia.gov/the-world-factbook/about/archives/2023/countries/argentina/summariesSupports: Area, population estimate, government type, and independence history.
- BBC News — https://www.bbc.com/news/world-latin-america-18707514Supports: Capital, area, population, language, and cultural/political context.
- Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/summary/ArgentinaSupports: Official name, capital, language, currency, government structure, and population estimate.