Argentina Travel Guide

Website picture location entry and exit instructions Argentina and China have signed a mutual visa exemption agreement for diplomatic and official services. According to the agreement, Chinese nationals visiting Afghanistan with diplomatic passports or official passports will enjoy visa-free treatment and can generally stay for 30 days after entry. For China citizens who hold ordinary passports for private purposes, Argentina's visa policy is relatively strict. It can be divided into tourist visas, business visas, residence visas and work visas. When applying for a visa, a valid passport, a completed application form, a passport photo, round-trip air ticket, proof of financial status, invitation letter and other materials are generally required. Due to the flexibility of the visa policy, you can inquire about the Argentine Embassy in China or the Argentine Consulate General in Shanghai for specific matters.

Information required for an Argentine tourist visa: 1. Personal data form: A completed visa application form with a 4cm X 4cm ID photo with a light blue background.

2. Proof of financial ability: You must provide bank income and expenditure certificates and international credit cards for the last 6 months. A copy of bank deposit certificate, credit card, real estate certificate and other relevant materials that can help prove their financial ability are optional.

3. Passport: Passport issued by the People's Republic of China that is still valid for at least 6 months.

Information required for Argentina's business visa: 1. Personal data form: Three completed visa application forms and a 4cm X 4cm ID photo with a light blue background. The form will be made in triplicate, each printed on both sides and back on a piece of A4 paper and filled in. Please do not copy it.

2. Proof of assets: Sufficient proof of financial ability for this visit must be provided. The required materials are as follows: A. Proof of the dispatched person's income in the company in the last 3 months. B. A copy of bank deposit certificate, credit card, real estate certificate and other relevant materials that can help prove their financial ability.

3. Ticket reservation form: A copy of the air ticket to and from Argentina.

4. Passport: Passport issued by the People's Republic of China that is still valid for at least 6 months.

5. Validity period and stay period: determined by the consulate.

Other matters needing attention: 1. You need to fill out the immigration form on the plane. The form is filled in English, which is very simple.

2. Departure airport tax is US$18/person. (Service fees for private airports such as the Great Glacier and Tierra del Fuego are paid based on local specific fees) 3. To go to Argentina, you need to go to a local designated place to obtain a certificate of no symptoms related to SARS.

4. According to relevant Argentine customs regulations, items that cannot be brought into the country include fruits, meat products, insects, animals and plants, etc. Since Argentine customs is quite strict with the entry inspection of China citizens and the penalties are also very severe, tourists who go to Argentina for business, tourism or settlement are advised not to bring the above items into the country to avoid causing unnecessary trouble.

Language Argentina's official language is Spanish. Although Buenos Aires is an immigrant city, the penetration rate of English is not very high. Most hotels have English-speaking service staff, but English is rarely used in restaurants, taxis, pedestrians on the road, ticket sales points, etc., so it is still necessary to learn a little basic Spanish.

Daily Conversation Gracias Thank you

Lo siento I'm sorry Chao goodbye

un médico Doctor Ayuda! Please help!

la policyía Police Station Hola said hello Good morning/Good evening)

Soy XX My name is XX Dónde está la policyía Where is the police station?

Es una emergencia! This is urgent!

Common signs Baño restroom Entrada entrance Hombre male Mujere female Salida exit Abierto open Cerrado closed La cuenta pay currency The currency in circulation in Argentina is Peso (Peso), and the banknotes have denominations of 2 pesos, 5 pesos, 10 pesos, 20 pesos, 50 pesos and 100 pesos.

Exchange rate 1 Argentine peso ≈ 1.17 RMB exchange rate is always changing, so it is good to inquire more. The store with the best exchange rate today may not be the best one tomorrow, so if you want to exchange foreign exchange multiple times, it is best to re-inquire before the next exchange.

Exchange Since Argentina now implements a freely convertible system for the U.S. dollar, two exchange rates have been formed here: the official exchange rate is 1: 5.2 pesos, which can be exchanged at the airport or in urban banks; the black market exchange rate is generally 40 - 50% higher than the official exchange rate. On Florida pedestrian streets or other tourist attractions, scalpers will exchange black market rates higher than the official exchange rate. But for those who have just arrived here, it's best to exchange enough pesos at the airport, because there are not many official exchange points in the city, and you don't know where to exchange black market exchange rates unless you have a tour guide who can help you.

It should also be noted that traveler's checks are basically not exchanged here, so it is not recommended to carry currencies other than cash. In short, it is recommended to bring cash in US dollars, and it is best not to change too many pesos at once. You can make a budget in advance, because some places here can also be paid in US dollars. You can ask the seller to convert it with you at the black market exchange rate.

UnionPay Buenos Aires has Citibank Citi Bank and some cash machines with the "UnionPay" logo. However, the handling fee for bank ATM withdrawals here is very high, about 20 - 30 pesos per transaction, and only 1000 pesos can be withdrawn per transaction, so even locals rarely use ATMs to withdraw cash. All ATMs here can only withdraw local currency, not U.S. dollars.

The use of swiping credit cards is very common. Generally, restaurants, cafes or shopping centers in the city center can accept Visa and Mastercard credit cards, but there are many places that do not accept credit cards, so it is best to have enough cash ready.

Tip: Don't go to an ATM to withdraw money at night, be careful of counterfeit 100-yuan bills. Minimize the use of large-denomination banknotes in taxis and street shops.

Postal Communications Communications The three main mobile phone operators in Argentina are Claro Argentina, Personal Argentina and Movistar. Users of China Unicom and China Mobile in China can use it here as long as they have opened international telephone functions. China Unicom dials RMB 4.5 - 5 per minute locally and RMB 10 per minute back to China. Mobile dials RMB 3 per minute locally and RMB 5 - 6 per minute back to China. SIM cards can be purchased at the local convenience store Kiosko. As long as you see a store with the word "Kiosko" on it, you can go in and ask them to buy "Chips" and recharge the phone bill. Generally, you buy a Personal or Movistar SIM card, which costs about 15 - 20 pesos each. You can use it in Argentina, but you cannot make international calls.

It should be noted that in Buenos Aires, if you call a friend who uses the same mobile phone operator, there is a discount. For example, if you call a person using Movistar, the charge is about 3 pesos. If you call a Personal user, the charge is about 5 - 6 pesos. But for users who stay for a short period of time, there is not much difference between the two operators.

If it is a short-term tour to Buenos Aires, it is not recommended to buy a local telephone card. If you open the international telephone function of your domestic mobile phone, you can dial domestic or foreign at the same time, and the tariff is not much different. If you want to stay here for a while, try to use some free communication tools, such as QQ, WeChat or Skype, to contact domestic or local people. Most people here have email, Facebook or some other online communication tool, because the phone bill is still relatively expensive.

Post offices are scattered around the city, so it's best to ask for the address of a post office near your hotel in advance. Post office business hours are generally 10:00 - 20:00, Saturdays are 10:00 - 13:00, and Sundays are closed. Postcards sent back to China cost 15 - 20 pesos each.

There are many star hotels in Argentina, all with TV and bathroom facilities, fine restaurants and buffet restaurants and other services. More sophisticated hotels include guest rooms and laundry facilities, swimming pools, bars and other amenities. Of course, there are also cheap accommodation in Argenyan, which depends on the tourists 'own choices.

Youth Hostel Hostel You can book general youth hostels online, or you can write an email to inquire about relevant information. Most youth hostels can use English. The cost ranges from about 50 to 200 pesos. Most youth hostels are located in the city center and transportation is relatively convenient.

Guest House If you prefer tranquility, you can choose a guest hotel. The cost is more expensive than a youth hostel, usually 250 - 300 pesos per night. Generally, there are less than 10 houses in a house, which belongs to a relatively closed accommodation environment, and the entire layout will reflect the owner's style.

Star-rated hotels Hotels are mainly several international hotel chains, as well as local hotels. Typical costs range from US$100 to US$300 per night, breakfast and various services are provided.

In Argentina, families often rent their houses to tourists for a short period of time, usually on a monthly basis. You can find the house you want in advance online and then contact the owner. This is especially suitable for friends traveling in the medium and long term, especially those who want to stay here for a few months. B & Bs generally have wireless Internet, and rents range from 1,500 to 3,000 pesos a month.

Tips for accommodation in Argentina: 1. Most hotels in Argentina do not provide slippers, and most hotels do not provide toothpaste and toothbrushes.

2. Argentina does not have a hotel reservation center system, and hotels do not have off-season prices.

3. The hotel service charge is 24% of the fee, and the country charges a tax of 16% of the accommodation price. Tourists who book hotels online must cancel their reservations 48 hours in advance, otherwise the hotel will charge the first day's accommodation fee.

4. According to Argentine practice, guests must tip the room cleaner, usually no less than US$1 per day.

Food guide Asado is Argentina's most distinctive barbecue, which is served in any restaurant marked with the word "Parrillas." Various meats are grilled and cooked together. There are various parts of beef, sausage, chicken, blood sausage, brain marrow, intestines, etc., and a large plate is full, usually with different portions for 3 or 6 people. The amount is supplied, and Argentines like to eat as a family on weekends.

Empanada is an Argentinian stuffed dumpling that is often seen in South America. It is common to find it in bakeries, restaurants or supermarkets on the street, some freshly made or frozen. There are generally several of the most common fillings, such as beef Carne), chicken Pollo), ham and cheese (Hamon y Queso), and vegetable Verdura). Generally 6 - 15 pesos each.

Milanesa is a meat dish unique to Argentina and can be seen on the menu of ordinary restaurants. It is wrapped in a layer of bread flour on steak or chicken chops, and then fried or baked in an oven. It looks like our domestic fried pork chops, and then adds different sauces. This is also a daily dish in local people's homes, usually costing 30 - 50 yuan per serving.

Erba tea Erba tea is also a characteristic of Argentina. It is said that this tea is praised by Argentina as a "national treasure" and "national tea". In the local language,"matai tea" means "fairy grass" and "godsend tea" because it contains a variety of nutrients, which can not only clear cholesterol and lower blood lipids, but also promote blood circulation, refresh the mind, etc. Argentines believe that mata is not tea in the ordinary sense. They drink it every day, from children to the elderly, from cities to villages. There is even a saying that "it would be better to have no meat than to have no tea." The drinking method of mate tea is very particular. You must first use a special straw, spoon and filter into the washed tea, blow on first, and then inhale slowly. You can gently mix it, but don't stir it often. It tastes a bit like Kudingcha. If you feel bitter, you can add some sugar. Eating barbecues and drinking mate tea can cool off the heat.

Eating habits In Argentina, lunch time is about 13:00 to 14:00; around 17:00 in the afternoon is local people's tea time, and there are many cafes. Dinner is held from 21:00 to 22:00, and most restaurants open at 20:00, with a tip of about 10% to 20%. Argentines regard burping as impolite and should be avoided.

Café Argentina Due to the influence of immigrants from Spain and Italy, coffee culture has become deeply rooted in Argentine life. The cafe here is open from morning until early morning. It is coffee time at any time, especially from 16:00 to 18:00 in the afternoon, which is the peak time for coffee drinking. People will meet and chat with friends at this time, or take a break after work. You can sit for an hour just by ordering a cup of coffee and a plate of snacks. Afternoon coffee break has become a scenic spot in Argentina.

There are several common types of coffees here: the most common ones are Café con Leche (half coffee, half milk), Café Cor tado (with a few drops of milk), Café Lágrima (with a few drops of coffee), Capuchino (cappuccino), etc. No matter what coffee it is, it tastes very authentic. Usually served with coffee here are Medialunes croissants), Alfajor similar to chocolate pie, which has various flavors, a dessert unique to Latin America) and Tortar various dessert cakes).

Shopping guide red stone is also known as Argentinite or rhodosite. The energy of the red stone corresponds to the heart chakra, which can make the wearer happy and happy, especially when he feels depressed or irritated, and can also eliminate the negative energy in the heart. It is a pink, delicate, lovely and rare gem. It is Argentina's national treasure. It is a kind of powder crystal, but its energy is purer than powder crystal.

There are also many silver jewelry and tableware made of silver. Folk handicrafts include simple wood carvings and small leather objects made by Gaoqiao people, as well as very rare wool products made by Toba people and Matak people.

Beef Argentina is a world-famous animal husbandry country. The number of cattle and sheep ranks among the top in the world. It is an important leather exporter in the world. Argentina's leather products are soft and delicate in texture, and the price is much lower than that of Europe and the United States. They are a favorite specialty for tourists. One. Argentine beef is also different from other places. It is grazing in open-air enclosures. This natural method produces beef with tender meat and is not comparable to cattle fattened in industrial cattle sheds in most countries. Like Brazilian-style barbecue, only Argentinian beef is considered top grade in Brazil.

Sheep skin products Argentina's specialties are leather and sheepskin products, especially famous for its leather shoes. Many shops in the capital are booming due to the large number of tourists, and some shops can bargain prices. Balilroch's cotton fabrics are world-famous, with a wide range of handicrafts.

As an animal husbandry producer, leather products are the best specialty. Due to the inheritance of European style, the design of leather products is very fashionable. Most of the cooked leather of cowhide is soft and can be made into small leather products such as wallets. The leather jacket is also very comfortable to wear. Other furs include crocodile skin, ostrich skin, otter skin, mink skin, etc., most of which are very cheap.

Others include tango, tapes of South American Indian music, CDs, trade, chocolates, dried fruits, etc. You can also buy European brand clothing made in Argentina cheaply here. In addition, blankets, alcohol, silverware, antiques, Indian handicrafts, jade, wine, etc. are also good choices!

Shopping tax refund Some goods in Argentina can be refunded. When shopping, you can ask the clerk if it is "Tax Free". Sometimes you can see the word "Tax Free" at the door of the store. You only need to get a tax refund at a store that can refund each time you spend more than 70 pesos. Every time you make a purchase, you will receive a ticket called Global Refund. You can see the tax refund amount due for this purchase. Fill in your passport information on the ticket. When entering customs at the airport, please bring your receipt, tax refund form and passport to the customs service counter (Customs desk) and ask them to stamp your tax refund application form (Tax Free Form).

Note: Before leaving Argentina, Global Refund bills must be stamped by customs to collect the refunded taxes. There is no time limit for collecting tax refunds after being stamped. You can get your tax refund not only at Argentine airports, but also at more than 200 Global Refund sites around the world. You can choose between cash or credit card refund. If it is the former, you will receive local currency.

Entertainment activities Tango Tango is Argentina's national dance. Buenos Aires, known as the "Tango City", is a city with many new immigrants and a society where life is difficult. People in the middle and lower classes develop tango music in order to transfer the pain in life. New immigrants include people from Europe and Africa with very different cultural backgrounds. Therefore, tango combines various cultural characteristics in terms of melody, rhythm, musical instruments, etc.

Movies Watching late movies is the preferred entertainment for most people. There are 135 cinemas in Buenos Aires, distributed in various districts of the city. But people like to go to La Valle Street in the city center to watch movies most. This is a pedestrian street hundreds of meters long, with fifteen or six movie theaters on both sides, as well as several famous restaurants and cafes. The film is shown on a loop, starting in the afternoon until midnight. You can read the ticket repeatedly if you buy it once, and you don't check it for any time limit. New films are changed once a week, and foreign films are only subtitled and not dubbing, so new films are often released quickly. After the movie, most people are not in a hurry to go home, but stroll down the street to look at the various goods in store windows or go to the cafe for a cup of coffee.

Horse racing competitions are night entertainment for people who like excitement. At late night, the Buenos Aires Racecourse was crowded with people, and the numbers on the huge betting board kept changing, full of a fanatical atmosphere. The moment the deadline for placing bets before the start, the field was silent, but when the horse raced out of the running line, the stands immediately erupted into excitement. People shouted and shouted loudly, their eyes following the horse they had bet on. After the game, they hurried into the betting hall to place bets on the next game. In addition, in the San Isidro district outside the city, there is a larger racetrack covering an area of 4500 acres and 11 racetracks. It was a rich gathering area, and the bookmakers were very gentleman and never shouted, but the stakes were surprisingly high.

Festival Celebrations Carnival (Carnival) There are a series of large-scale song and dance performances in February every year. Many songs and dances have Brazilian song and dance styles. Carnival is held once a year in almost every major city in South America.

Feria Del Libro is one of the world's most famous annual book fairs in the first three weeks of April. It mainly displays books by Latin American authors. It also features book clubs, after-reading sharing lectures, and related writing courses.

Tango Festival In Argentina, Buenos Aires's annual Tango Festival is the best stage to showcase Argentina's tango dance. There will be a chance to see Argentina's top dancers and musicians showcase tango-related art, and a global tango competition will be held. Tango lovers from all over the world will gather in Buenos Aires. There will also be various short-term training courses and training courses.

The Day of Respect for Cultural Diversity is October 12. The Day of Respect for Cultural Diversity originated from Columbus Day. It is a festival in many American countries to celebrate Columbus's discovery of the New World. Celebrations are held in many Latin American countries during the festival. Columbus Day was first initiated by the United States in the late 18th century. Since Columbus's discovery of the New World of America also marked the beginning of the invasion of indigenous peoples, many countries also changed the festival in a more multicultural direction.

Day of National Sovereignty celebrates Argentina's victory in the Battle of Vuelta de Obligado against the Anglo-French coalition forces on the fourth Monday in November.

March Del Orgullo Gay is legal in Argentina on the first Sunday of November, and thousands of gays and lesbians will march on this day to advocate their rights.