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LIFE IN ARGENTINA

ARGENTINA

LIVING IN ARGENTINA

Argentina covers an area of 2,780,400 km2. It is the second-largest country in South America after Brazil and the eighth-largest country in the world.
It includes immense plains, deserts, tundra, and forests, as well as tall mountains, rivers, and thousands of miles of ocean shoreline. It shares land borders with Chile to the west; Bolivia and Paraguay to the north; Brazil to the northeast, Uruguay, and the South Atlantic Ocean to the east. Spanish is the official spoken language.
Argentina is considered one of the best countries in the world for immigration as it offers great opportunities. It is seen as an ideal place for those who are looking for a better quality of life. We outline some of the top reasons why it’s a great idea to consider migrating to Argentina.

Beautiful landscapes

Argentina is known for its beautiful scenery. It is home to almost every type of natural environment and landscape that one can think of. It has access to oceans, lakes, rivers, mountains, prairies, waterfalls, forests, and almost everything you can imagine.
Argentina is divided into seven geographical regions, each with its own climate, topography, and local culture. The wide range in Argentina’s landscape allows migrants to have multiple options to decide where to live. Don’t be surprised when you’re blown away by the beautiful natural beauty in Argentina!

Friendly country

Argentinians are internationally known for their friendliness and politeness. They are funny, friendly, easy-going, welcoming, and kind.
One of the best things about living in Argentina is the people. Argentines are warm, and generous, and it is very normal to invite you to a barbeque even if you have only met them once. Argentines make amazing friends that you will have for life, and they love to travel, so don’t be shy about inviting them back to your home and showing them your culture.
It’s a challenging world, but not if you live in Argentina!

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Good weather

Many people decide to live in Argentina because of the great climate. Winters are light, with temperatures falling below 4 degrees celsius, and summers are hot and lengthy. And also since the country is so big, you can decide where to live out over Argentina’s incredible 2,780,000km2.
Due to its vast size and range of altitudes, Argentina possesses a wide variety of climatic regions, ranging from the hot subtropical region in the north to the cold subantarctic in the far south. In general, Argentina has four main climate types: warm, moderate, arid, and cold Many regions have different, often contrasting, microclimates. And since Argentina is a big country, you can decide where to live in.

Argentina is a diverse and well-integrated country

The country is pretty progressive and very multicultural and open. When you move to Argentina you are encouraged to keep your traditions, religion, language, and culture. For an expat, it is easy to settle down in Argentina as respect and acceptance are very much a part of the national soul.
Throughout the last decade, the government of Argentina has also taken remarkable steps in the direction of eradication of racial discrimination. The National Institute Against Discrimination, Xenophobia and Racism ( Spanish: Instituto Nacional contra la Discriminación, la Xenophobia y el Racismo, aka INADI ) is a state agency of the Government of Argentina which is in charge of receiving complaints and pursuing charges against people accused of acts of discrimination or hatred. INADI is considered one of most important Argentina’s National human rights Institutions.

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EDUCATION

The school year in Argentina runs from March to December and lasts about 200 days. Bilingual programs are offered in many private elementary schools.
The educational system is divided into four distinct levels. The preprimary level (kindergarten) enrolls children from 3- to 5-years-old. The primary (elementary) level consists of 7 grades. Children from 6- to 12-years-old attend primary. The secondary level is attended by youths from 12- to 17-years-old. Higher education includes private and national universities and institutions.
University education is provided by public universities, either national or provincial, or by private universities. University entrance is opened to all students who have completed secondary school regardless of nationality. Some public universities, such as the University of Buenos Aires, require an orientation course or an entrance exam, or both, and many private universities might require other qualifications.
Founded in 1821, the University of Buenos Aires (UBA) is one of the largest universities in Latin America ranked among the top universities in the world. It has produced four Nobel Prize winners, several presidents and the guerilla fighter, Che Guevara. University of Buenos Aires has a consolidated position within the global elite of universities and as the best university in Latin America. This year, the QS Ranking places the University of Buenos Aires in the 66th position. Among the hundred best, it is the only tuition fee-free Latin American university.
The QS Ranking is among the most watched by the international academic community together with the Ranking of Shanghai, where the University of Buenos Aires is the only Argentine university in among the top rankings.

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