Formation
July 9, 1816
Argentina
Capital
Buenos Aires
Population
45.81 million (2021)
Argentina
About
The second-largest country in South America after Brazil. The country claims sovereignty over the Falkland Islands, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands and a part of Antarctica. Argentina is a founding member of the United Nations, World Bank and World Trade Organization.
Trivia
The tango dance originated in the capital Buenos Aires during the 19th century. Beef is an important part of Argentinian cuisine and the country is famous for its steakhouses. The name Argentina derives from Argentum, the Latin word for silver.
