Argentina – Argentina's capital is Buenos Aires

(Pronounced ahr-juhn-tee-nuh and buey-nuhs-air-eez)

To remember the capital of Argentina, use the following mnemonic:

Are gents cleaner (Argentina) when us fairies (Buenos Aires) clean them up?

Interesting facts about Buenos Aires:

- Paris of South America: Buenos Aires earned this nickname due to its grand 19th-century European-style architecture, wide tree-lined boulevards, and vibrant cultural cafes.

- Birthplace of Tango: The sultry and dramatic tango dance originated in the working-class port neighborhoods of the city, such as La Boca, in the late 19th century.

- Widest Avenue: The city is home to Avenida 9 de Julio, widely considered one of the widest streets in the world, featuring up to sixteen lanes of traffic and the iconic Obelisk monument at its center.