Important Information About Argentina
The Argentine Republic is located in the Southern Hemisphere. It is one of the longest countries in the world, spanning 3,800 km in length, and the eighth largest, with an area of 3.8 million km². With its diverse landscapes and climates, it invites you to enjoy it year-round.
The country is divided into six tourist regions, politically into 23 provinces and the Autonomous City of Buenos Aires. In each of these, you'll find MATE, ASADO, DULCE DE LECHE, MALBEC, and GREAT MOMENTS to share with each community.
TIME ZONE:
UTC –3
SUNRISE:
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Summer: 5:45 AM
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Winter: 7:50 AM
SEASONS IN ARGENTINA
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Summer: From December 21 to March 20
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Autumn: From March 21 to June 20
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Winter: From June 21 to September 20
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Spring: From September 21 to December 20
SUNSET:
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Summer: 8:15 PM
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Winter: 5:40 PM
CLIMATES BY REGION
As the country is so vast from north to south, spanning over 4,300 kilometers, the climate varies by region.
Litoral:
Subtropical
Buenos Aires:
Temperate and humid
Patagonia:
Cold and humid, with strong winds
Norte:
Warm subtropical, with some areas more rainy than others
Cuyo:
Arid climate, with little rainfall, many sunny days per year, and great temperature variation. Hot days and cool nights
Córdoba:
Moderate temperate, with mild winters and humid summers
ELECTRICITY:
220/240V
Adapters can be purchased at hardware stores or electronics shops.
CALLS:
To call Buenos Aires from abroad: +54 (11) for landline numbers and +54 (911) for mobile numbers.
CURRENCY:
Argentine Peso ($ARS)
It can be exchanged at banks and authorized exchange offices.
Credit cards are also accepted.
TIP:
In all of Argentina, it is customary to leave a 10% tip of the total bill (not specified on receipts).
TOURIST POLICE STATION
Handles lost items, thefts, or accidents involving tourists. They speak English, Portuguese, Italian, French, and Japanese.
Important Phone Numbers:
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911: City Police
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107: Emergency Medical Attention (SAME)
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100: Firefighters
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Line 145: Human Trafficking Situations
For Socially Sustainable Tourism
Free from sexual exploitation, child labor, and human trafficking
Crimes punishable by Argentine law
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Line 144: Provides free support, counseling, and specialized assistance in situations of gender-based violence.