Have you ever visited Argentina?
Learn 4 interesting facts about this destination:
- The widest avenue in the world is in Argentina. Avenida 9 de Julio in Buenos Aires is 140 meters wide. The name “9 de Julio” pays homage to the country's independence on July 9th, 1816.
- Although the popular soccer player Lionel Messi is Argentine, the national sport is actually Pato, which is similar to polo and played on horseback.
- Empanadas are delicious savory pies rolled up like pasties and in Buenos Aires they are usually found stuffed with cheese, ham, ground beef or chicken. Have you tried one?
- Alfajor is a layered cookie made from honey filled with dulce de leche with chocolate icing. This sweet is commonly produced in Argentina.
Do you know any other interesting facts about Argentina? Tell us in the comments!
Here at LIM, we are passionate about travel and learning about other cultures and languages. Schedule a Spanish lesson today to learn more about this country and its language.
