Argentina · On my bucket list
Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires is the capital of Argentina and one of Latin America's most culturally significant cities. It is a city of beautiful parks and belle epoque architecture, a place of big historical events, and a city of intimate cafes and cosmopolitan nightlife.
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- Currency
Currency
Argentine Peso (ARS)- Language
- Spanish
Language
Spanish - Time zones
UTC-3
UTC-3- Power plugs
- Type C/I
Power plugs
Type C, I · 220 V - Getting around
Drive on the right
Drive on the right
- Visa (US citizens)
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Entry requirements on travel.state.gov
The Pampas, Argentina · Population: 3.1M · Calling code: +54
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