Which place is cheaper, Buenos Aires, Argentina or Cairo?
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Should you visit Cairo or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Cairo and Buenos Aires, Argentina can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Cairo or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
Cairo
Cairo is the chaotic capital city of Egypt. With a population of more than 16 million, it is one of the largest cities in both Africa and the Middle East. As a traveler, you're likely to arrive and leave from here and you'll get your first orientation to the area during the chaotic and congestion filled taxi ride from the airport.
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Buenos Aires, federal capital of Argentina, also known as "The City of Tango", is best known for its energetic and unpredictable character. Like a restless child, Buenos Aires is a dynamic and modern city full of surprises. While its French-style palaces, rooftop restaurants, wide avenues and green plazas resemble European-style architecture, Buenos Aires preserves its musical, literary and culinary traditions. You can't miss dining in front of a Tango show, walking around the colourful streets of La Boca and visiting the renowned Recoleta Cemetery, designed by Argentina's most important architects and home to hundreds of illustrious corpses.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Egypt, The Best Historical Tours in Egypt, The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Argentina, and The Best Photography Tours in Argentina.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCairo $17Buenos Aires, Argentina $10
The average daily cost (per person) in Cairo is $17, while the average daily cost in Buenos Aires, Argentina is $10. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Cairo and Buenos Aires, Argentina in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCairo $9.36Buenos Aires, Argentina $4.13
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCairo $19Buenos Aires, Argentina $8.26
Compare Hotels in Cairo and Buenos Aires, Argentina
Looking for a hotel in Cairo or Buenos Aires, Argentina? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Cairo Hotel Prices and Buenos Aires, Argentina Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cairo $2.99Buenos Aires, Argentina $1.58
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Cairo
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Cairo are as follows:
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Metro Ride$0.08
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Taxi Ride$0.32
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cairo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cairo:
- Airport and excursion in Hurghada , Luxor or Cairo Transfer: $16
- Cairo Airport Arrival Transfer: $20
- Cairo Airport Departure Transfer : $25
- Cairo Airport Transfer to Hotel: $20
- Private Pickup transfer from Cairo Paradise Hotel to Cairo airport: $9.60
- Private Pickup transfer from Windsor Hotel Cairo to Cairo airport: $9.60
- Private Transfer from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh : $290
- Private Transfer to Siwa Oasis from Cairo Going and Coming Back: $125
- Private transfer from Cairo Airport to Sonesta Hotel Tower : $9.60
- Private transfer from Sonesta Hotel, Tower& Casino Cairo to Cairo airport: $9.60
- Transfer from Anywhere in Cairo to Cairo International Airport: $25
- Private Transfer from/to Cairo International Airport: $26
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Buenos Aires, Argentina:
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Taxi from Airport$0.13
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Local Bus$0.00
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Metro Ride$0.00
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Taxi to airport$0.03
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Taxi$0.09
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Buenos Aires, Argentina:
- Ezeiza Airport One-way Private Transfer to Buenos Aires City Center: $75
- Airport Transfer Buenos Aires (to/from Ezeiza & Aeroparque): $90
- Airport Transfer: Buenos Aires to Jorge Newbery Airfield Airport (AEP): $25
- Airport Transfer: Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP) to Buenos Aires: $25
- Aljibe Tango Earlier Show With Private Transfers From Port & Hotels Buenos Aires: $85
- Arrival Private Transfers from Ezeiza Airport EZE to Buenos Aires: $108
- Arrival Private Transfers from Ezeiza Airport EZE to Buenos Aires: $139
- Arrival Transfer Ezeiza Airport EZE to Buenos Aires City by Sedan: $46
- Best Tango Show with Private Transfer: $102
- Buenos Aires Aeroparque Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) Private Transfer: $45
- Buenos Aires Airport Transfers: Airport EZE to Buenos Aires in Luxury Van: $139
- Buenos Aires Airport Transfers: Buenos Aires to Airport EZE in Luxury Van: $139
Is it cheaper to fly into Cairo or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
Prices for flights to both Buenos Aires, Argentina and Cairo change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayCairo $4.75Buenos Aires, Argentina $3.25
Typical Food Prices in Cairo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Cairo:
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Juice$0.04
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cairo
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cairo.
- Dinner Cruise on the Nile River: $12
- Cairo Night Dinner With Belly Dancer Show With Pickup & Drop Off: $13
- Nile Sunset, Dinner Cruise, Show and Private Transfer: $16
- Super Safari Quad Bike Jeep Safari Buggy and Dinner in Hurghada: $18
- Cairo Food Tour with Nile Felucca Ride : $18
- VIP tour Giza pyramids ,Sphinx, Quad bike ,Camel, Dinner cruise : $19
- Private Expert tour Giza Pyramids ,Sphinx ,Nile Dinner Cruise & Belly Dancer: $19
- Giza Pyramids, Camel Ride, Quad Bike, Night and Dinner Cruise on Nile: $19
- All inclusive Tour to Giza Pyramids, Sphinx & ATV &Dinner cruise : $20
- Private tour Giza pyramids and Nile dinner cruise from Giza and Cairo hotels: $23
- Food Tour in Local Cairo Life with Egyptian tea: $23
- Short Felucca Ride on The Nile River and Dinner Cruise: $24
Typical Food Prices in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Buenos Aires, Argentina:
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Lunch$0.03
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Cup of Coffee$0.01
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Empandas$0.02
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Espresso$0.01
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Dinner (Pizza)$0.02
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Ice Cream$0.01
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Breakfast at Airport$0.04
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Dinner (Sandwiches)$0.01
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Sweets$0.01
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Hot Dog$0.01
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Breakfast (Take-Away)$0.01
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Lunch for 2$0.16
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Cake and Coffee$0.53
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Dinner$1.88
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Powerade$0.12
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Lunch$0.83
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Dinner$1.21
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Chocolate$3.12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
- Small-Group Empanadas Cooking Class: $35
- Premium Empanadas Cooking Class in Buenos Aires: $37
- Esquina Homero Manzi Tango Show Ticket Including Optional Dinner in Buenos Aires: $39
- Tango Show and Optional Dinner at Esquina Homero Manzi: $40
- Tango Dinner Show Homero Manzi menu Sur: $45
- Private tour Argentinian Flavours food tours on foot : $46
- Tango Porteño Show with Optional Dinner and Tango Class: $50
- Skip the Line Ticket for Tango Porteño Show with Dinner : $53
- Tango Porteño Show with Optional Dinner in Buenos Aires: $54
- Argentine Cooking Experience in Palermo: $55
- Early Tango Dinner Show with Semi Private Transfer: $59
- Dinner or Lunch on Grill Revire By Grupo Summa: $60
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cairo $5.75Buenos Aires, Argentina $3.34
Typical Entertainment Prices in Cairo
Here are a few typical costs in Cairo for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Entry to Camel Market for Two$0.84
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Egyptian Museum Entry for Two$6.49
Tours and Activities in Cairo
Here are a few actual costs in Cairo for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Cheapest Tour to Wonders Pyramids of Giza and Great Sphinx : $4.00
- Dahshur Pyramids Entry Tickets: $4.26
- Baron Palace Entry Tickets : $4.60
- The Baron Empain Palace Entry Ticket: $4.60
- Cairo Shopping tour Private Papyrus Perfume, Bazar Cotton Shop : $4.70
- All Inclusive Tour to Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Memphis, and Saqqara: $5.00
- New Grand Egyptian Museum Tour with optional the pyramids tour..: $5.00
- Baron Empain Palace Entry Tickets: $5.16
- Entry Ticket to the Prince Mohamed Ali Palace : $5.39
- Skip The Line with Memphis Museum Entry Ticket: $6.53
- Cairo Shopping Tour.: $7.00
- Baron Palace Skip the line Access Entry Tickets: $7.02
Typical Entertainment Prices in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Here are a few typical costs in Buenos Aires, Argentina for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Entry to Japanese Gardens (for 2)$0.04
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Movie Ticket$0.02
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Tango Class$0.03
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Bar entrance$0.58
Tours and Activities in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Here are a few actual costs in Buenos Aires, Argentina for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Buenos Aires Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - Discover Caminito and Tango: $10
- Recoleta Cemetery Walking Tour: $10
- Literature Self-Guided Audio Tour in Buenos Aires: $10
- Historical Tour of the Recoleta Cemetery: $15
- Walking Tour La Boca: $15
- True Crime Buenos Aires: A Walking Tour: $15
- Graffiti Tour: $15
- Recoleta Cemetery Experience - Immersive Tour with Death: $16
- Under Ground Tours Private Side B of the City: $20
- Skip the Line: Boca Juniors Museum and Tour: THE VIP BOMBONERA: $22
- Half Day Walking Tour Discovering Palermo Soho & Graffiti in Buenos Aires: $25
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCairo $1.17Buenos Aires, Argentina $1.81
Sample the Local Flavors in Cairo
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cairo:
- Pub Crawl and Speakeasy Bar Tour with 2 Free Drinks: $59
Typical Alcohol Prices in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Buenos Aires, Argentina from other travelers:
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Beer$0.01
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Beer (0.66L)$0.02
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Cocktail$0.03
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Alcohol$0.67
Sample the Local Flavors in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Also in Buenos Aires, Argentina, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine tasting at the Barolo Palace: $35
- Wine Tasting in Palermo, City of Buenos Aires.: $38
- Wine Tasting and Tapas with Expert Sommelier in Buenos Aires: $42
- Unique Wine Tasting in a Boutique Hotel : $45
- Wine Tasting at Downtown Buenos Aires Ego Experience: $53
- Buenos Aires Small-Group Wine Tasting: $55
- Buenos Aires Premium Wine Tasting: $58
- Premium Wine Tasting in Buenos Aires: $79
- Argentine Experience: Immersive 6 Course Menu with Wine Tasting : $98
- Wine Tour to Colonia Del Sacramento Uruguay: $147
- Bodega Gamboa Small-Group Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch: $169
- Customizable Private City Tour of Buenos Aires + Wine Tasting: $229
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cairo and Buenos Aires, Argentina, we can see that Cairo is more expensive. And not only is Buenos Aires, Argentina much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Cairo is in Africa and Buenos Aires, Argentina is in South America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Buenos Aires, Argentina would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Buenos Aires, Argentina and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Cairo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cairo than you might in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Cairo Expensive? and Is Buenos Aires, Argentina Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cairo or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
Buenos Aires, Argentina has a larger population, and is about 69% larger than the population of Cairo. When comparing the sizes of Cairo and Buenos Aires, Argentina, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
When is the best time to visit Cairo or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
Buenos Aires, Argentina has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Cairo experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Cairo or Buenos Aires, Argentina in the Summer?
Both Buenos Aires, Argentina and Cairo are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Cairo throughout the year.
In the summer, Cairo is a little warmer than Buenos Aires, Argentina. Typically, the summer temperatures in Cairo in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Buenos Aires, Argentina averages at about 25°C (77°F)in January.
It's quite sunny in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cairo. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Buenos Aires, Argentina during summer. Cairo gets 350 hours of sunny skies, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 279 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Buenos Aires, Argentina. In July, Cairo usually receives less rain than Buenos Aires, Argentinain January. Cairo gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 118 mm (4.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryCairo 28°C (82°F)Buenos Aires, Argentina 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Buenos Aires, Argentina in the Autumn?
Both Buenos Aires, Argentina and Cairo during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Cairo because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In October, Cairo is generally a little warmer than Buenos Aires, Argentinain April. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 23°C (73°F), and Buenos Aires, Argentina fluctuates around 18°C (65°F).
In Buenos Aires, Argentina, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Cairo. In the autumn, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Buenos Aires, Argentinain April. Cairo gets 290 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 220 hours of full sun.
Buenos Aires, Argentina gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Cairo usually gets less rain in October than Buenos Aires, Argentinain April. Cairo gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilCairo 23°C (73°F)Buenos Aires, Argentina 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Buenos Aires, Argentina in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Cairo and Buenos Aires, Argentina. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cairo year-round.
Cairo is a little warmer than Buenos Aires, Argentina in the winter. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Buenos Aires, Argentina fluctuates around 12°C (53°F)in July.
In Cairo, it's very sunny this time of the year. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Buenos Aires, Argentina during winter. Cairo gets 221 hours of sunny skies, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 143 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Cairo usually receives less rain than Buenos Aires, Argentinain July. Cairo gets 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyCairo 14°C (57°F)Buenos Aires, Argentina 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Buenos Aires, Argentina in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Cairo as well as Buenos Aires, Argentina. Cairo attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the spring, Cairo is a little warmer than Buenos Aires, Argentina. Typically, the spring temperatures in Cairo in April average around 21°C (70°F), and Buenos Aires, Argentina averages at about 18°C (64°F)in October.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Buenos Aires, Argentina. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cairo this time of the year. In the spring, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Buenos Aires, Argentinain October. Cairo gets 276 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 227 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Cairo usually gets less rain in April than Buenos Aires, Argentinain October. Cairo gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberCairo 21°C (70°F)Buenos Aires, Argentina 18°C (64°F)
Typical Weather for Buenos Aires, Argentina and Cairo
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) |
| Mar | 17°C (63°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) |
| Apr | 21°C (70°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Sep | 26°C (79°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
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