The north is subtropical with rain

throughout the year, while the

Tierra del Fuego in the south has a
sub-arctic climate.
The main central area is
temperate, but can be hot and
humid
during summer (December to
February) and cool in winter.
European clothes for the main
central area. Lightweight cottons
and linens
in the north.
Warm clothes are necessary in the
south and during winter
months in the central area.
Waterproofing is advisable for all
areas.
Leather Jackets “Alpargatas”
Espadrille

Group from a neighbourhood sport club

School Dining-room
Most couples marry in their 20s, after dating for a number
of
years. Weddings are usually very elaborate, involving both
a civil and a church ceremony and a large reception with
dinner and dancing. Gifts are not brought to the reception
but are
purchased at and delivered by a gift shop where the couple
has registered.
The nuclear family predominates in Argentina.
Grown children commonly live in the same
city or town as their parents.
Responsibility for raising children falls
mostly on women, who exert great influence
on family decisions. An increasing
number of women are working outside the
house. Divorce has steadily increased since it
Argentines eat more beef per capita than any other people in the world.
Because Argentina is a major beef producer, domestic prices are low
enough for most people to eat beef every day. Some of the popular
foods are empanadas and milanesas. A preferred winter stew is
locro that is made of meat, maize, and potatoes. The government
and health officials are encouraging people to stop eating so much
beef for health reasons. Dulce de leche is caramelized milk, an
Argentinian specialty and a popular sweet. Mate is a popular
hot drink which is similar to tea. Italian and French foods are also
available.
Traditionally the main meal is in the middle of the day, but many of those
who
work in cities now have it in the evening which is usually after 9 pm.
European
customs influence the eating habits and table manners. People hold their
forks
with the left hand. Eating in the street or on public transportation is
considered
inappropriate and disrespectful.
When people are being introduced, it is customary to address people by a title
such as Señor which means "Mr." or Señora which obviously means "Mrs." and
people may or may not shake hands. A brief embrace with a kiss on the cheek
is a common greeting between women or between a man and woman
who are well known to each other. The Spanish ¡Buenos días! ("Good
morning"-¡Buen día! in Buenos Aires) or ¡Buenas tardes! ("Good afternoon")
are appropriate terms when passing on the street or greeting friends. Chau
and hasta luego are very common phrases for goodbye. When approaching
officials for information, one should always greet them before asking any
questions.
Eye contact is considered very important and it is not unusual for Argentines
to stand close in conversation or to touch each other.
Argentines often visit friends and relatives without prior arrangement.
People enjoy having guests in the home and usually offer them refreshments
such as espresso-style coffee, tea, or mate. Drinking mate is an important
cultural tradition. There is a relaxed attitude toward punctuality and even
if guests arrive as much as an hour after the stated time, it is unlikely to cause
offense.
 otball is the national sport and is enjoyed
children and adults alike.
her popular sports include rugby,
nnis, and golf. Field hockey is
pular among women. The Teatro
lón is a fine opera house and it is
cated in Buenos Aires, as are many late-night
eaters, restaurants and clubs. Dancing at clubs
popular among young people on
eekends and people usually stay late
night.
Holidays in Argentina are generally opportunities to gather with
one’s family. New Year’s Day is celebrated on 1 January with
fireworks. Maundy Thursday which is the Thursday before Easter,
celebrates Jesus Christ’s Last Supper commandment to love one
another-"maundy" is derived from "mandate". Maundy Thursday
also commemorates the institution of the Eucharist. Argentines
also celebrate Good Friday (the Friday preceding Easter), and
Easter Sunday. The death of General José de San Martín, known as
"the Liberator" of Peru, Chile, and Argentina for his defeat of the
Spanish, is remembered on 17 August. Columbus’s "discovery" of
America is celebrated on 12 October. The Immaculate Conception
(8 December) celebrates the Roman Catholic belief that Mary’s
soul was preserved free from original sin, and, finally, Argentines
celebrate Christmas
Day on 25 December with fireworks and also among other
festivities. Girls
have a special celebration for their 15th birthday, or cumpleaños
de quince, which is said to signify their entrance into adulthood.
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