Argentina Regions Azul y blanco: clear blue skies and white snow of the Andes Purity and Peace Yellow sun: “Sun of May” 25 May 1810 Inti: Inca god of the sun
Geographical regions: Northwest Chaco Region Mesopotamia Cuyo Sierras pampeanas Pampas Dry Pampas Patagonia Antarctica and South Atlantic islands
Northwest: Geographic and historical region. Valleys, hills, hiking. Cultural tourism: influenced by Quechua indigenous group La clima es cálido subtropical, con abundante lluvia (monsoons). Cerro de los Siete Colores Cafayate Vineyards
Chaco Region: Stretches to Paraguay and Bolivia Cattle ranch and farming Dry lands La clima es mayormente seco y semi húmedo. Challenges to farming Campesinos/as
Mesopotamia: The Iguazu Falls
Cuyo: Mendoza & The Andes
Cuyo: San Juan & Valle de la Luna Ischigualasto Provincial Park “Marte”
Pampas: Buenos Aires & Mar de Plata Mar de Plata La Boca Aveninda de Mayo
Patagonia: Bariloche La clima es seca con veranos ventosos y inviernos lluviosos. En el verano: dia 65 F – 75 F noche 35 F – 45 F En el invierno: dia 32 F – 54 F noche 10 F – 21 F Alpine-styled architecture The Neo-Gothic Cathedral of San Carlos de Bariloche had its structure completed in 1947.
Antarctica & South Atlantic Islands: Las Islas Malvinas or Falkland Islands Population: 3,000 Controversy: it’s currently British territory 1982 Falkland War Casualties: 2 months 260 British soldiers 650 Argentine soldiers Media dispute
Repasemos What do the colors of Argentina’s flag represent? How many regions is Argentina divided into? What does Mar de Plata mean? Which region would you like to visit and why?