Argentina
Argentine Republic
Americas · South America
Famous Personality
Lionel Messi
athlete
He is one of football's greatest players and a global icon who led Argentina to World Cup glory.
Local Delicacy
Asado
A traditional Argentine barbecue centered on grilled meats.
National Symbols
Famous Landmark & Geography
Iguazú Falls
These vast waterfalls on the border with Brazil are among South America's most famous natural wonders.
Agriculture & Produce
Soybean is Argentina's leading cash crop and a cornerstone of its agricultural export economy.
Argentina is one of the world's top lemon producers, with Tucumán especially important.
Major Cities
Mountain Peaks (Tallest to Shortest)
Major Airports
Top 5 Musical Instruments (Most to Least Popular)
The bandoneon is the defining instrument of Argentine tango and a national musical symbol.
Guitar is fundamental in Argentine folk, tango accompaniment, and popular song.
This deep folk drum is central to chacarera, zamba, and other Argentine traditional genres.
Charango is widely used in Andean music traditions in northwestern Argentina.
Piano is prominent in tango, classical music, and urban popular styles in Argentina.
Major Rivers
Bordering Countries
Traditional Dress
Traditional Argentine gaucho dress (illustration)