20 Curiosidades de Argentina 🇦🇷 | El país del tango y las mil culturas

Summary

This video highlights 20 fascinating facts about Argentina, a South American country known for its rich culture and traditions. From being the 8th largest country in the world by area to its reputation as the birthplace of the tango, Argentina is full of interesting tidbits. The video touches on diverse topics such as the Maradonian Church, the impressive Iguazú Falls, and Argentina's role in pioneering animation. It also explores unique cultural aspects like the national sport 'pato,' the massive Argentinosaurus, and historical curiosities like the multiple presidents in 2001.

Takeaways

• 🌍 Argentina is the 8th largest country in the world, covering 2.78 million square kilometers.
• 🏙️ The population is concentrated in Buenos Aires and northern regions, while the southern provinces have lower population density.
• 👑 In 2001-2002, Argentina had five different presidents in a span of two weeks.
• ⚽ Diego Maradona is revered like a deity, with fans establishing the Maradonian Church in 1998.
• 💃 Tango originated in Argentina in the 19th century and is described as a passionate dance.
• 🕳️ Digging a hole in Buenos Aires would place you near Shanghai, China, although you'd end up in the ocean.
• 💎 Argentina's name comes from the Latin word 'argento,' meaning silver, referring to the silver found by early Spanish explorers.
• 🍷 Argentina has regions with a Mediterranean climate, which allows for European-style wine production.
• 🦕 A dinosaur named 'Argentinosaurus,' one of the largest ever discovered, is native to Argentina.
• 💡 Argentina has the highest number of psychologists per capita in the world, with 202 per 100,000 people.

Q & A

What is the global ranking of Argentina in terms of land area?

Argentina is the eighth-largest country in the world, covering 2,780,400 square kilometers.

Where is Argentina's population most concentrated?

The population is mostly concentrated in Buenos Aires and the northern regions, while southern provinces and Argentina's Antarctic territory have lower population densities.

How many presidents did Argentina have within two weeks during 2001-2002?

Argentina had five different presidents in the span of two weeks between late 2001 and early 2002.

What is the Maradonian Church, and when was it founded?

The Maradonian Church was founded in 1998 by fans of Diego Maradona, who regard him as a deity.

Where did the tango originate, and how is it described?

The tango originated in Argentina in the mid-19th century, particularly in marginalized areas. It is often described as a passionate dance, with some likening it to 'making love in an upright position.'

What would happen if you dug a hole through the Earth starting in Buenos Aires?

If you dug a hole through the Earth from Buenos Aires, you would emerge near the town of Head, close to Shanghai in China, though you'd end up in the ocean.

What is the origin of Argentina's name?

The name 'Argentina' comes from the Latin word 'argento,' meaning silver. Spanish explorers named the region after discovering large quantities of silver.

Which large dinosaur is named after Argentina?

The Argentinosaurus, one of the largest dinosaurs ever discovered, is named after Argentina. It was over 40 meters tall and 18 meters wide.

Which people in Argentina live like those from the Middle Ages?

The Mennonites in Argentina, particularly in the Pampas, live similarly to people from the Middle Ages, without electricity, cars, or modern technology, resembling the Amish in the United States.

What makes Argentina unique in terms of psychologists?

Argentina has the highest number of psychologists per capita in the world, with 202 psychologists for every 100,000 people as of 2012.