Argentina possesses amazing geographic diversity, which makes it the perfect adventure destination. This large country is known as the Land of Six Continents and is the eighth largest country in the world by land mass. The Andean culture, lush rainforests, deserts, majestic mountains, and looming glaciers create an unparalleled environment that ranks as one of the most diverse regions in the world. Argentina is the second largest country in South America. It's continental area lies between the Andes mountain range in the west and the Atlantic Ocean in the east.
The country's highest peak, Aconcagua, is the highest mountain in the Americas at 6,962 m (22,841 ft), and the highest mountain outside Asia. It is located in the Andes mountain range, in the Argentine province of Mendoza.
