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Which four major geographic regions make up Argentina?

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Argentina's diverse geography is categorized into four major regions:

  • The Andes: Extending along the western border from Bolivia to southern Patagonia, this region includes high mountain ranges, plateaus, and basins, featuring the country's highest peaks such as Aconcagua.12
  • The North: This region is divided into the Gran Chaco, a dry lowland area, and Mesopotamia, which lies between the Paraná and Uruguay rivers.1
  • The Pampas: Located in the center of the country, these vast, fertile grasslands stretch from the Atlantic Ocean to the Andean foothills and serve as the nation's economic heart.13
  • Patagonia: A cold, windy, and arid region that extends south of the Pampas from the Colorado River to Tierra del Fuego.1