Why visit
Iguazu Falls span the Argentina-Brazil border. 275 individual falls, the Devil's Throat at 80 m, catwalks from both sides, and jungle you can stay inside.
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Iguazu Falls at a glance
City population
32k
Elevation
177 m
581 ft
Time zone
UTC-3
America/Argentina/Cordoba
Airport
IGR
Cataratas Del Iguazú International Airport
Argentina at a glance
Country center
-34.0°, -64.0°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
2,780,400 km²
1,073,518 mi²
Country population
45.8 million
16/km²
Subregion
South America
Currency
Argentine peso ($)
ARS
Dial
+54
Languages
Guaraní, Spanish
Demonym
Argentine
Internet
.ar
UN
Member state
ISO code
AR / ARG
Where in the world
-34.0° - -64.0°
Argentina
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Did you know
- Iguazu Falls is the largest waterfall system in the world by length (2.7 km) and flow volume during floods.
- The "Devil's Throat" (Garganta del Diablo) is the U-shaped main section, dropping 82 m over 150 m of cliff.
- The falls straddle the Argentina-Brazil border, and each side offers a different perspective; Brazil has the panorama, Argentina the catwalks.
- Argentina has the world's widest avenue: Avenida 9 de Julio in Buenos Aires: up to 140 m across.
- Argentina eats more beef per capita than any country except Uruguay.
Bordering Argentina
Traveler notes
- Visit both sides over two days
- Macuco Safari boat gets you drenched
- Argentina side has more falls; Brazil has the panorama
Plan checks
- Build a three-day plan before extending. Most travel cities are easy to undersell to yourself.
- Check seasonal timing: high season can triple costs on some coastal destinations.
- Bring layered clothing and verify trail/park access before arrival.
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Frequently asked about Iguazu Falls
What currency is used in Iguazu Falls?
Iguazu Falls uses the Argentine peso ($), ISO code ARS.
What languages are spoken in Argentina?
The primary languages are Guaraní and Spanish.
What is the international calling code for Argentina?
The calling code is +54.
What airport serves Iguazu Falls?
Cataratas Del Iguazú International Airport (IATA: IGR).
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