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Argentina was then marked by periods of internal political conflict between conservatives and liberals and between civilian and military factions.
Argentina's population is overwhelmingly Roman Catholic, which is Argentina's official religion, but it also has the largest Jewish population in Latin America, about 250,000 strong, and is home to one of the largest Islamic mosques in Latin America.
The indigenous population, estimated at 700,000, is concentrated in the provinces of the north, northwest, and south.
www.ebroadcast.com.au /lookup/encyclopedia/ar/Argentina.html   (889 words)

  
 Argentina Demographics and Geography - Columbia Gazetteer of the World Online
Argentina is triangular in shape and stretches c.2,300 mi/3,700 km from its broad N region near the Tropic of Capricorn S to Tierra del Fuego, an island shared with Chile.
The chief rivers of Argentina are the Paraná with its tributary, the Salado; the Colorado River; the Río Negro; and the Chubut.
In N Argentina the Gran Chaco, with the physiographically similar Mesopotamia (between the Paraná and Uruguay rivers), is a predominantly flat alluvial plain with a subtropical climate.
www.columbiagazetteer.org /public/Argentina.html   (3786 words)

  
 Argentina - Free net encyclopedia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Coordinates: Template:Coor dm The Argentine Republic (Spanish: República Argentina, IPA Template:IPA) is a country in South America, situated between the Andes peaks in the west and the southern Atlantic Ocean in the east and south.
Argentina is currently prompting the Mercosur as its first external priority, contrasting with the 1990s' emphasis in the relationship with the United States.
Argentina Claims the sovereignty of the Falkland/Malvinas Islands, the South Shetland Islands, the South Sandwich Islands and almost 1 milion square kilometres in Antarctica, between the 25ºW and the 74ºW meridians and the 60ºS parallel.
www.netipedia.com /index.php/Argentina   (3955 words)

  
 Argentina - Uncyclopedia
Argentina is mostly purple and large areas of it are injection-moulded from polypropylene.
Argentina reportedly planned to invade Chile in the late 1970s, but research conducted by the Julio A. Roca Ethnic Purification Institute predicted an utter failure due to the "Italian Gene", located on the ITA Locus of the 21th chromosome of 90% of Argentine males, which blocks their combat and cognoscitive skills, rendering self-defense impossible.
Argentina is not the biggest producer of crabs, the kind that usually don't live in your pants, but for some reason they believe they should be in charge of them and from time to time steal the entire world's crab supplies.
uncyclopedia.org /wiki/Argentina   (2159 words)

  
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Argentina is a Spanish-speaking country in southern South America, situated between the Andes in the west and the southern Atlantic Ocean in the east.
Ar-map.png s in the northern half of the country, the centre of Argentina's agricultural wealth; the flat to rolling plateau of Patagonia in the southern half down to Tierra del Fuego; and the rugged Andes mountain range along the western border with Chile, with the highest point being the Cerro Aconcagua at 6,960 m.
Argentina's population is overwhelmingly Roman Catholic, and Roman Catholicism is Argentina's official religion, but it also has the largest Jewish population in Latin America, about 300,000 strong, and is home to one of the largest Islamic mosques in Latin America.
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 ipedia.com: Argentina Article   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
The Argentine Republic (República Argentina) is a Spanish-speaking country in southern South America, in between the Andes in the West and the South Atlantic Ocean in the East.
In the beginning of 20th century Argentina was one of the leading economies in the world.
Argentina's parliament is the bicameral national Congress or Congreso Nacional, consisting of a senate (Senado) of 72 seats and a Chamber of Deputies (Cámara de Diputados) of 257 members.
www.ipedia.com /argentina.html   (1397 words)

  
 Top20Argentina.com - Your Top20 Guide to Argentina!
Argentina is a country in South America, situated between the Andes in the west and the southern Atlantic Ocean in the east and south.
The basic demographic stock (85% of the population) is made up of descendants of the colonial Spanish settlers, augmented by descendants of later Italian and Spanish immigrants.
Argentina is the largest Spanish-speaking community that employs voseo (the use of the pronoun vos instead of tú).
www.top20argentina.com   (2829 words)

  
 Demographics of Argentina - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
This article is about the demographics features of the population of Argentina, including distribution, ethnicity, economic status and other.
Demographics of Argentina, data from FAO, year 2005; Number of inhabitants in thousands.
The official language of Argentina is Spanish, and it is spoken by practically the entire population in several different dialects.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Demographics_of_Argentina   (1350 words)

  
 Study Abroad Argentina: Course Descriptions
Aspects of culture, politics, science and sports in Argentina are studied via a wide range of texts, Argentine films, videos from a local television station and radio programs.
Analysis of economic international relations with emphasis on the local context (Argentina) and regional context (Latin American countries); internal and external conditions of the economies of underdeveloped countries; principles of economic planning and integration applicable to social and economic development of Latin America.
National identity, demographics (urbanization and modernization) and related subtopics of the middle class in Latin America and Argentina and marginality, the new poverty in Argentina.
www.aifsabroad.com /ays/buenosaires/courses.htm   (1220 words)

  
 Argentina Site Directory   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Argentina certainly has had plenty to cry about, with an economy that's still trying to find its feet...
Argentina Hotels Hotels and Resorts of Argentina, Rates, Reservations, Information, Discount Prices, Descriptions and Pictures of Hotels and Resorts in over 50 cities throughout Argentina.
Antigua and Barbuda Arctic Ocean Argentina Armenia Aruba Ashmore and Cartier Islands...
www.got-zip.com /directory/countries/Argentina   (221 words)

  
 Argentina Cafe Travel Guide | People of Argentina
Although geographically Latin American, Argentina's demographics show that it is distinctly European.
The wife and daughter of Carlos Menem, president of Argentina in the 1990s, are both Muslim; Carlos himself, although of Syrian descent, has fervently declared himself catholic.
As someone once said, "all roads lead to Buenos Aires." This is vividly illustrated by a satellite photo of Argentina at night, showing settlements stretching out from the capital in a fan-like pattern.
www.argentinacafe.com /Background/argentina-people.htm   (428 words)

  
 Argentina Tours & Travel - Argentina Frequently Asked Questions
In Argentina, we have selected a variety of charming accommodations ranging from cozy mountain lodges to comfortable city hotels with all of the modern conveniences.
Our Argentina tours utilize a variety of transportation including private vans, comfortable tourist buses, ferries, flights, etc. We use a mix of private/ public transportation to provide travelers with the safest and most efficient transportation in each area.
Argentina's climate is as varied as its terrain, ranging from subtropical in the north to humid and steamy in the centre, and cold in the temperate south.
www.adventure-life.com /argentina/argentina_faq.php   (2213 words)

  
 Argentina
AP - A strong majority of Venezuelans plan to cast their ballots for President Hugo Chavez on Dec. 3, with most saying the fiery opponent of President Bush has handled government and foreign relations well, according to an AP-Ipsos poll that revealed deep divisions along class lines.
Following independence from Spain in 1816, Argentina experienced periods of internal political conflict between conservatives and liberals and between civilian and military factions.
After World War II, a long period of Peronist authoritarian rule and interference in subsequent governments was followed by a military junta that took power in 1976.
www.insideargentina.com   (593 words)

  
 Argentina Bradenton Herald - Find Articles   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
You can have all that while tripping over the crumbling sidewalks in Buenos Aires, the fallen empress of a European-style city created by European architects during "La Belle Epoque" of the 1880s to 1920s.
The cause for all the celebration: Refrigeration had been discovered, and Argentine cattle were shipped to Europe, feeding Europe's cravings and Argentina's coffers.
Argentina's bustling beef economy had a long run that drew Italian, Irish and German immigrants and created a stylish European-flavored city.
www.findarticles.com /p/articles/mi_km4463/is_200604/ai_n16283783   (199 words)

  
 ARGENTINA Latin Trade - Find Articles
BIG AND BEAUTIFUL ARGENTINA IS a land of striking contrasts, with far-flung borders stretching 2,360 miles from the sleepy northernmost province of Jujuy to stormy Tierra del Fuego at the southern tip of the continent.
In fact, Argentina's name is derived from the Latin word for silver, argentum.
It borders the Plaza de Mayo, which is overlooked by the presidential residence, the Casa Rosada (pink house).
www.findarticles.com /p/articles/mi_m0BEK/is_8_8/ai_64715126   (805 words)

  
 Demographics of Chile - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Currently, immigration from neighboring countries to Chile is greatest, and during the last decade immigration to Chile has doubled to 184,464 people in 2002, originating primarily from Argentina, Bolivia and Peru.
Emigration of Chileans has decreased during the last decade: It is estimated that 857,781 Chileans live abroad, 50.1% of those being in Argentina, 13.3% in the United States, 4.9% in Sweden, and around 2% in Australia, with the rest being scattered in smaller numbers accross the globe.
According to the 1992 Chilean census, a total of 10.5% of the total population declared themselves indigenous, irrespective of whether they currently practiced or spoke a native culture and language; almost one million people (9.7% of the total) declared themselves Mapuche, 0.6% declared to be Aymara, and a 0.2% reported as Rapanui.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Demographics_of_Chile   (738 words)

  
 Argentina Travel Guide: Resources, Articles & Tips
Argentina Hotels - This is a good listing of hotels for Argentina.
Languages of Argentina - The awesome Ethnologue Database.
News Sources of Argentina - A listing of general newspapers, English-language newspapers, magazines, television and radio outlets in Argentina.
www.amerispan.com /travel/country/Argentina/3   (1415 words)

  
 Mining in Argentina - CountryMine | InfoMine
The governor of Argentina's Mendoza province, Julio Cobos, has asked authorities from a number of municipalities in the province to prepare reports detailing mining prospects in the territory.
Compania Minera Solitario Argentina S.A. Conisa S.A. Consultora Prevención Integral
Universidades Argentinas Que imparten carreras relacionadas con la Minería - (zonaminera.com) List of universities with mining programs in Argentina.
www.infomine.com /countries/argentina.asp   (523 words)

  
 BOTW Directory - Regional > South America > Argentina
Argentina Atlapedia - Offers general information on Argentina, including geography, demographics, society and culture, history, economy, and military.
Introduction to Argentina - Discusses the regions of the country, its history and culture, and tourism.
Southernmost South - Information on Argentina’s history, culture, population, economy, location, flora and fauna, geography, and a brief information on its provinces.
botw.org /top/Regional/South_America/Argentina   (196 words)

  
 HISPANIC ST. LOUIS - STL Hispanic Demographics   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
All of the information contained in this report is derived from the 1990 U.S. Census, the only official source for demographic data such as ancestry, income, and educational levels.
Spain - A study by EGM (Estudios General de Medios) undertaken by the AIMC(Asociación para la Investigación de Medios de Comunicación) on the Internet user population of Spain estimates 1.85 M people online in Spain (June, 1998).
Argentina's population is 34.7 Million (July 1996 est.; CIA*)
www.hispanicstlouis.com /demographics.htm   (760 words)

  
 MediaRights: Film: Seven Days in Once   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Without stooping to sensationalism, the reflections of the protagonists on the repercussions that followed the attack speak to some of the central issues of the community.
We were hurt, but our life went on." The survival of Jewish institutions and daily life in Once speaks to the determination of its residents to preserve a space for Jewish institutions and Jewish culture within the social space of Argentina.
The film and its lively subjects present the everyday aspects of these simultaneous processes of adaptation and preservation.
www.mediarights.org /film/seven_days_in_once   (194 words)

  
 Latin American Databank
The Latin American Databank at the Roper Center for Public Opinion Research locates, acquires, processes and archives public opinion surveys conducted by the survey research community in Latin America, including universities, institutes, individual scholars, private polling and public opinion research firms.
To date, the LAD collection holds nearly twelve hundred studies from 16 countries, with the largest contributions coming from Argentina, Chile, Mexico, Peru and Venezuela.
The LAD was established in 1989 with support from a three-year grant from The Tinker Foundation as a joint effort of the Roper Center for Public Opinion Research in cooperation with the Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies at the University of Connecticut.
www.ropercenter.uconn.edu /dataacq/argentin.html   (207 words)

  
 Argentina:   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Main article: Origin and history of the name of Argentina
Most of the region is semiarid in the north to cold and arid in the far south, but forests grow in its western fringes which are dotted w
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 "DemoGraphics '94: User Feedback"
So far, DemoGraphics '94, is used by almost 350 educators and scientists in 39 countries worldwide.
Many of the DemoGraphics '94 users have spontaneously sent us comments and suggestions on the program or responded to our feedback form.
your software is a very useful tool to show demographic indicators, and especially for teaching.
www.iiasa.ac.at /Research/LUC/DemoGraphics/feedb.htm   (734 words)

  
 Musical Spanish Music Links and Shopping
Huge set of links to tango communities around the globe, as well as lyric databases, forums, and historical pages with tons of information about tango.
An attractive site that details the wide variety of music in Argentina and the cultural influences represented.
The site also has extensive information about Argentina, from demographics to political and historical.
www.musicalspanish.com /musica.htm   (278 words)

  
 Argentina   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Click on the flag to hear the national anthem
Fast fact: Argentina is the second-largest country in Latin America.
Argentina - Bolivia - Brazil - Chile - Colombia - Ecuador - French Guiana
www.mtwsa.net /argentina.htm   (44 words)

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