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Volunteer in Argentina, Fast Facts 2010
Thinking about volunteering in Argentina? Want to learn more about the country, cities, people, and volunteer atmosphere there. Look no further, check out our fast facts below!
- Argentina is the second largest country in South America and the eighth largest country in the world
- The capital of Argentina is Buenos Aires
- The official religion of Argentina is Roman Catholicism
- The official language is Spanish
- European explorers entered Argentina in 1516
- The population of Argentina is about 40 million people, 1/3 of which live in Buenos Aires
- Argentina is home to the tallest waterfalls in the world, the Iguazu Falls
- 86% of Argentines are of European descent
- 14% of the population of Buenos Aires are below the poverty line
- Argentina has no formal recycling process, but instead relies on cartoneros (individuals finding recyclables and then trading it in for pesos) who are responsible for recycling in Buenos Aires.
- The majority of Argentine residents speak some English, if not, want to learn
- Argentina, and more specifically Buenos Aires, has one of the better medical practises in the world and welcomes in people from all over to have medical work done
- Buenos Aires has thousands of public hospitals that offer free or affordable medical aid to residents
If you are thinking about volunteering in Buenos Aires, check out our volunteer programs in Argentina!
