| Welcome to Argentina!
Argentina is a beautiful country in South America significantly influenced by European styles of architecture. Buenos Aires, its capital, is not only considered to be the most European city in all of South America, but its people are also greatly of European heritage. With its profound impact on literature and the arts, Argentina is not only a destination where visitors can see beautiful sights, but also to enjoy the cultural impact it has on the world.
Argentina in a Snapshot
- Currency: Peso
- Language: Spanish
- Climate: Average summer temperatures: 45-60°F ; average winter temperatures: 70-80°F
- Capital: Buenos Aires
A profoundly developed country in South America, half of Argentina’s population lives in her ten largest metro cities. Over 12 million people live in Buenos Aires and surrounding provinces, making it one of the largest urbanized areas in the world. Because of a heavy European influence, culture plays a big part in the Argentinean way of life.
Argentina is the home of many famous individuals, one of the most famous being Jorge Luis Borges, one of the twentieth century’s most critically acclaimed writers. From Argentina have come many notable poets, writers and intellectuals who have made an impact around the world.
Buenos Aires is also home to many theatres, including The Teatro Colon, Argentina’s national landmark for classical and opera performances. The theatre is considered to have the best acoustics in the world, in addition to its beautiful Golden Room and French-Roman style architecture.
Cuisine, like many other facets of Argentinean life, is influenced by Europe, especially Spain, Italy, German and France. While indulging on European classics like pasta or sausage, Argentina also has its share of traditional foods like the empanada which is a stuffed pastry, locro- made up of a meat, beans and vegetable mix, and chorizo, a spicy sausage.
Visitors to Argentina may also indulge in her outdoor entertainments, from hiking to sunbathing on her many beaches, or riding with cowboys on the plains. From mountains to deep-sea fishing, Argentina has something to offer young and old alike.
Why Health Tourism in Argentina?
A large country with a diverse cultural impact, Argentina is an ideal destination for medical treatments. Cost effective to travelers around the world, Argentina has become a large industry due in part to the sophistication of Buenos Aires and the medical tourism it offers. From the most complex surgeries to simple outpatient procedures, Argentina offers not only the latest developments in medical procedures, but exceptional service as well. Famous for cosmetic surgical procedures, Argentina has expanded its reputation for quality service and specialized medical experts for those who are visiting the city from international destinations. With high standards in plastic surgery and dentistry procedures and reconstruction, Argentina has become a world leader in treatments and hospitality aside from their beautiful sights and destinations.
10 Fun Things to Do in Argentina
- Visit the Teatro Colon
- Stroll around the Obelisco
- Shop for antiques at the Plaza Dorrego
- Visit the Museo de los Niño’s Abasto with the family
- Appreciate the art at Museo de Arte Latinoamericano de Buenos Aires
- Marvel in the beauty at the Torre Monumental
- Learn about Spanish artists at the Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes
- Stroll around the Catedral Metropolitana and visit locals
- Check out the many restaurants and shopping locations at Avenida Alvear
- Stroll down by the river before a meal at Puerto Madero
Argentina offers visitors a beautiful country steeped in culture, arts and ambience, which offer medical tourists and world travelers not only a great location to receive treatments or rest, but also a memorable stay as well. With its European influence and local cultural impacts, this destination is no doubt going to be your next ‘home away from home’. |
