argentina

ArgentinaBy: Chris Ojeda Argentina is a South American country with a
population of thirty one million people. Argentina's capital is Buenos
Aires, which is one of the largest cities in South America. Buenos Aires is
situated on the coast of Argentina, which makes Buenos Aires a major
trade route in Argentina and in South America. Argentina's national
language is Spanish and the major religion is Roman Catholicism.
Argentina is a country with much natural beauty. It has miles of beautiful
beaches and is also surrounded by the majestic Andes mountains. The
Andes mountains are among the highest mountains in the world.
Argentina's tallest mountain is the Cerro Aconcagua. This mountain
reaches an amazing height of 22,200 ft. America's tallest mountain only
reaches the height of 20,000 ft. Argentina has a huge industrial and
agricultural base. Argentina has a large amount of natural resources
which includes copper, silver, coal, iron ore, uranium and petroleum.
Argentina is the #1 copper producer in the world. Argentina also produces
huge amounts of coal and is self sustained in petroleum products.
Argentina also grows much more food than it consumes. Its main crops
include wheat, tobacco and cattle. Argentina ranks 3rd in the world
among wheat exporters, right behind the United States and Canada.
Argentina is also one of the largest tobacco exporters as well.
Argentina's large industrial and agricultural base makes it one of the
richest countries in South America. With its rich history and its beautiful
mountains and beaches, not to mention its wonderful Spanish culture,
Argentina is a very special place to visit in South America.