Rahim Tabet | November 15, 2014 |
Argentina
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South America
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Travel
Argentina is known for its gaucho`s, the tango and the Pampa. Argentina takes its name from the Latin argentum meaning 'silver' means. Argentina is, after Brazil, the largest country in South America. Also, Argentina is the largest Spanish-speaking country in South America, and the world instantly. Argentina is located between the Andes and the South Atlantic. It borders Uruguay, Brazil, Paraguay, Bolivia and Chile.
Argentina can be divided into 4 zones. In the north, the subtropical lowlands in the east and center of the Pampas, in southern Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego and in the west the Andes. Pampa is as big as France. The north and center are moist, south and west are dry. Patagonia consists of steppes and mountains on the other hand. To the south of Patagonia you can find huge glaciers, emerald lakes and large deciduous forests. In the southernmost tip of Argentina you find Tierra del Fuego. Fuego has great lakes and sometimes resembles landscape in the fjords of Norway. Temperatures in Tierra del Fuego are not above 15 ° C off.
One of the most famous Argentines is Evita Perón. She was born in 1919 in the province of Buenos Aires and became a saint. From 1946 she was Minister of Welfare. Evita raised for charity system of government. In 1947 Zorge Evita sure that women got the right to vote and in 1948 she founded the Eva Perón Foundation. The association built houses and schools and made sure everyone was entitled to the same medical care. Evita died on July 26, 1952 at the age of 33.
History
All around 16,000 v. Chr. came the first immigrants from North America to South America. Around 5000 v. Chr. created the first settlements. When the Spaniards in the 16th century AD. set foot lived most Indians still very primitive hunting and berries.
Spaniard Juan Diaz de Solís discovered in February 1516, the Río de la Plata (Silver River). He himself was slain but his crew returned to Spain and his discovery there were many expeditions towards the New World taken.
In February 1536 was founded by Pedro de Mendoza Puerto de Santa María de los Buenos Aires. This later became the capital Buenos Aires. Nearly 300 years dominated the Spaniards in Argentina. Until 1816, when Argentina became independent. In the period after war broke out with Paraguay. This war lasted until 1870. Along with Brazil and Argentina knew Uruguay beat Paraguay.
In the 2nd half of the 19th century there were many immigrants to Argentina. They began among others sheep farms. Partly because Argentina has grown to become one of the richest countries in the world. After World War II the country sank finally back. The political conflicts between various parties came the economy does not recover. Since 2008, it seems that the Argentine economy is reasonably recovering.
People & culture
Because there are different peoples living in Argentina, the country is rich in traditions. Throughout the year there are various festivities like gauchofeesten and wine festivals.
Football - find the Argentines that Argentina has the best football in the world and that football in Spain and Italy set for nothing without the Argentine players. Diego Maradona is the best footballer of all time. And try not to argue with the Argentines here! If two famous clubs Boca Juniors and River Plate to play against each other is not only party in the stadium but throughout Argentina than flat. Each Argentinian then empathizes with the game.
Tango - this dance survives all the changes that Argentina has. Especially the older population often comes in the Milongas (large, old-fashioned tango dance halls). Tango tango schools and guesthouses are a magnet for European tourists.
Gaucho`s - what the cowboys in North America, the gaucho`s in Argentina. The word gaucho comes from 'haucho "which means orphan. The gaucho`s symbolize life on the Pampas. They have the image of pioneer and folk hero.
The flag of Argentina - the design of the freedom hero and General Manuel Belgrano. His troops were all dressed in blue and white pennants. On July 25, 1816 the flag was officially introduced. The "Sol de Mayo" was added in 1818.
Language
Argentina is different than Spanish spoken in Spain. It may sound melodious and there are words that are used only in Argentina. In the big cities is also reasonable English. The main indigenous languages are Guaraní, spoken in the northeast, and Quechua, spoken in the northwest.
Safety
Argentina is a relatively safe country to travel in. Of course you have to like the world, consider pickpockets. In the capital Buenos Aires are some poorer neighborhoods where it is not safe to go alone on the street.
Medical Information
Each village is a pharmacy (Farmacias) and you can buy all the drugs that we can get at the pharmacy.
Immunizations
Vaccinations are recommended for certain areas. For current advice, contact the Public Health Service, Travel Clinic or the Tropical Centre.
Visa
Dutch have a holiday in Argentina not need a visa, only a passport that after returning to the Netherlands is still valid for 6 months. Upon arrival at the airport or at the border, you get a stamp in your passport and a tourist card which is valid for 90 days. This you must return back on departure so save him.
Price
The price level is lower than in the US.
The currency in Argentina is the Argentine peso.
Transport
Transportation to the country
All major airlines fly to Buenos Aires. The flight from Schiphol, with a stopover in Madrid, takes about 16 hours.
There are no international rail links with Argentina. However, there are bus connections with all neighboring countries.
Transport in the country
Since the distances in Argentina are enormous airplane is the most appropriate means of transport.
Buenos Aires has an international airport. The national airline is Aerolíneas Argentinas, it maintains with subsidiary Austral a fairly extensive domestic air network. Awkward is that most flights go through Buenos Aires.
There are also trains and local buses. The bus is the most common form of public transport, especially the long distance buses (micro) are fine.
Flora & Fauna
Although you will find in Argentina a few large predators or scary reptiles, Argentina does have an extensive flora and fauna. This is partly due to the great diversity of landscapes and climates. In the dry northwest life many flamingos. Another common bird, the condor. This is the largest bird of prey in South America.
One of the best known trees from Argentina, Quebracho. It's not a beautiful tree but he is strong and can grow up to 20/25 meters. The Quebracho contains a lot of tannic acid, which is used for the processing of leather. Around the Lake District, you'll find lots of deciduous and coniferous forests with rare trees. In these woods are no predators.
Argentina can be divided into 4 zones. In the north, the subtropical lowlands in the east and center of the Pampas, in southern Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego and in the west the Andes. Pampa is as big as France. The north and center are moist, south and west are dry. Patagonia consists of steppes and mountains on the other hand. To the south of Patagonia you can find huge glaciers, emerald lakes and large deciduous forests. In the southernmost tip of Argentina you find Tierra del Fuego. Fuego has great lakes and sometimes resembles landscape in the fjords of Norway. Temperatures in Tierra del Fuego are not above 15 ° C off.
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All around 16,000 v. Chr. came the first immigrants from North America to South America. Around 5000 v. Chr. created the first settlements. When the Spaniards in the 16th century AD. set foot lived most Indians still very primitive hunting and berries.
Spaniard Juan Diaz de Solís discovered in February 1516, the Río de la Plata (Silver River). He himself was slain but his crew returned to Spain and his discovery there were many expeditions towards the New World taken.
In February 1536 was founded by Pedro de Mendoza Puerto de Santa María de los Buenos Aires. This later became the capital Buenos Aires. Nearly 300 years dominated the Spaniards in Argentina. Until 1816, when Argentina became independent. In the period after war broke out with Paraguay. This war lasted until 1870. Along with Brazil and Argentina knew Uruguay beat Paraguay.
In the 2nd half of the 19th century there were many immigrants to Argentina. They began among others sheep farms. Partly because Argentina has grown to become one of the richest countries in the world. After World War II the country sank finally back. The political conflicts between various parties came the economy does not recover. Since 2008, it seems that the Argentine economy is reasonably recovering.
People & culture
Because there are different peoples living in Argentina, the country is rich in traditions. Throughout the year there are various festivities like gauchofeesten and wine festivals.
Football - find the Argentines that Argentina has the best football in the world and that football in Spain and Italy set for nothing without the Argentine players. Diego Maradona is the best footballer of all time. And try not to argue with the Argentines here! If two famous clubs Boca Juniors and River Plate to play against each other is not only party in the stadium but throughout Argentina than flat. Each Argentinian then empathizes with the game.
Tango - this dance survives all the changes that Argentina has. Especially the older population often comes in the Milongas (large, old-fashioned tango dance halls). Tango tango schools and guesthouses are a magnet for European tourists.
Gaucho`s - what the cowboys in North America, the gaucho`s in Argentina. The word gaucho comes from 'haucho "which means orphan. The gaucho`s symbolize life on the Pampas. They have the image of pioneer and folk hero.
The flag of Argentina - the design of the freedom hero and General Manuel Belgrano. His troops were all dressed in blue and white pennants. On July 25, 1816 the flag was officially introduced. The "Sol de Mayo" was added in 1818.
Language
Argentina is different than Spanish spoken in Spain. It may sound melodious and there are words that are used only in Argentina. In the big cities is also reasonable English. The main indigenous languages are Guaraní, spoken in the northeast, and Quechua, spoken in the northwest.
Safety
Argentina is a relatively safe country to travel in. Of course you have to like the world, consider pickpockets. In the capital Buenos Aires are some poorer neighborhoods where it is not safe to go alone on the street.
Medical Information
Each village is a pharmacy (Farmacias) and you can buy all the drugs that we can get at the pharmacy.
Immunizations
Vaccinations are recommended for certain areas. For current advice, contact the Public Health Service, Travel Clinic or the Tropical Centre.
Visa
Dutch have a holiday in Argentina not need a visa, only a passport that after returning to the Netherlands is still valid for 6 months. Upon arrival at the airport or at the border, you get a stamp in your passport and a tourist card which is valid for 90 days. This you must return back on departure so save him.
Price
The price level is lower than in the US.
The currency in Argentina is the Argentine peso.
Transport
Transportation to the country
All major airlines fly to Buenos Aires. The flight from Schiphol, with a stopover in Madrid, takes about 16 hours.
There are no international rail links with Argentina. However, there are bus connections with all neighboring countries.
Transport in the country
Since the distances in Argentina are enormous airplane is the most appropriate means of transport.
Buenos Aires has an international airport. The national airline is Aerolíneas Argentinas, it maintains with subsidiary Austral a fairly extensive domestic air network. Awkward is that most flights go through Buenos Aires.
There are also trains and local buses. The bus is the most common form of public transport, especially the long distance buses (micro) are fine.
Flora & Fauna
Although you will find in Argentina a few large predators or scary reptiles, Argentina does have an extensive flora and fauna. This is partly due to the great diversity of landscapes and climates. In the dry northwest life many flamingos. Another common bird, the condor. This is the largest bird of prey in South America.
One of the best known trees from Argentina, Quebracho. It's not a beautiful tree but he is strong and can grow up to 20/25 meters. The Quebracho contains a lot of tannic acid, which is used for the processing of leather. Around the Lake District, you'll find lots of deciduous and coniferous forests with rare trees. In these woods are no predators.
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