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Quito, Ecuador
Ecuador's capital is a mix of colonial history and modern enterprise, a city at the middle of the world, and a delight to visitors. Tour the city, then venture out on the PanAmerican Highway, north and south to visit Otavalo, Ibarra, Cotacachi and Tulcán, then on to Latacunga, Ambato and Baños.

Santiago de Chile
Chile's capital city is cosmopolitan, the financial, cultural, and political center of the country. It's graced with tree-lined streets, parks, distinctive neighborhoods, ample assortment of restaurants and hotels. In addition to its own attractions, Santiago is near ski resorts, beach resorts and the ideal base for excursions into the Central Valley and either extreme of Chile.

Survivor All-Stars Episode 2
They thought they'd seen it all the first time, but the All-Stars face a desperate situation none of them has known before. A nervous castaway keeps failing miserably when trying to be useful to the tribe. A female castaway is vexed by several male tribemates when she tries to show them how to make fire. Despite being veterans of the game, a trip to Tribal Council is never easy. Who will be the next All-Star to fall?

Pictures of Chile
Places, people, desert, lakes, volcanos and splendid scenery, plus Historical Photos of various regions of Chile.

Dream Trip To Central Chile
Join your guide in a sentimental voyage back to Central Chile, to visit Valparaiso, Vina del Mar, Santiago, Sewell, the Juan Fernandez archipelago and many of the top attractions along the way.

Historical Photos of Chile
Enjoy these mostly black and white photographs of Chile as it used to be, including images of the Atacama desert, nitrate and copper mining, Valparaiso port scenes, Santiago, the Andes, agricultural life, Araucania, rodeos and huasos, and Chilean Patagonia. Most are undated.

Historical Photos of Peru
These sketches and photos are mostly in black and white, and undated. They are glimpses into Peruvian culture, archaeology, cities and ruins, artifacts of the past, and other images into the past.

Ecuador in Pictures
The Andean highlands, fabled haciendas, the Sierra and the rainforest, plus of course, the Galapagos! Don't miss these Historical Photos and Sketches.

Historical Photos of Ecuador
Enjoy these mostly black and white photographs and sketches of Ecuador as it used to be, including images of Quito, Andes, the highlands, rainforests, Jivaro Indians, shrunken heads, Guayaquil and the coast, plus colonial artifacts and furnishings. Most of the photos are undated.

Historical Photos of Bolivia
Enjoy these mostly black and white photographs of Bolivia as it used to be. Included are images of Aymara Indians, campesinos, La Paz, reed boats, Lake Titicaca, Copacabana, Inca artifacts and textiles. Most photos are undated.

Historical Photos of Brazil
Enjoy these mostly black and white photographs and sketches of Brazil as it used to be. Included are images of Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo, Salvador, Manaus, Santos, rubber and coffee plantations and other photos. Most are undated.

Bolivia in Pictures
Explore the Andes, the altiplano, Lake Titicaca, highland valleys, salt flats, the Yungas and tropical Amazonia - brilliant Bolivia. Includes a selection of historical photos.

Survivor All-Stars Episode 1 - They're Back!
Survivor All-Stars Episode 1 brings back four sole Survivors and 14 popular contestants from previous Survivor series for another chance to outwit, outplay, and outlast all others and win a million dollars.

Easter Island - the Navel of the World
Explore Rapa Nui, the mystery of the moais, the BirdMan petroglyphs and Easter Island, past and present.

M - Z Site Map of Resources from South America for Visitors
M - ? Site Map of Resources in South America for Visitors site from About includes travel planning tips, articles, features, content-rich resource pages and knowledge about South America.

Exploring Brazil's Northeast - Rio Grande do Norte
Things to do and see in the states of Rio Grande do Norte, Ceará and Maranhão include great beaches and lively nighlife.

Exploring Brazil's Northeast - Part 1
Things to do and see in the states of Alagoas, Bahia, Ceará, Maranhão, Paraíba, Pernambuco, Piaui, Rio Grande do Norte and Sergipe in the northeastern region of Brazil.

Oruro, Bolivia
Oruro is called the folkloric capital of Bolivia for its adherence to traditional customs, including the famed Devil's Dance, or Diablada, performed during Carnaval. It also draws tourists to hot springs, the flamingos and other wildlife at Lake Poopó, desert mirages, volcanic activity, the great salt lakes at Coipasa and Salinas de Garcia Mendoza, and the rock formations at Pumiri.

Carnaval!
Carnival locations and information for Rio de Janeiro and other cities in Brazil, plus Carnaval festivities in Bolivia, Colombia and other countries of South America

Recipes from Chile
Chile is known for its fruits, vegetables and seafood, all of which play a part in its cuisine.

Survivor 8: All-Stars
Survivor 8 All-Stars brings back the sole suvivors and top ranked and popular contestants from previous Survivor series to compete against each other again. Using their skills honed in previous trials, who will outwit, outplay, and outlast all others to win the million dollar prize?

San Sebastián de Yumbel
Every January 20, thousands of pilgrims journey to Yumbel, in Chile's spectacular Lake District to participate in the Feast Day of San Sebastián, the patron saint of archers, soldiers, enemies of religion and others. The celebrations are colorful and pious.

Ilhabela, Sao Paulo, Brazil
Ilhabela, in the state of Sao Paulo, on Brazil's largest maritime island, a rain forest ecological reserve, with miles of pristine beaches, spectacular waterfalls and mountain views, and is popular for both land and sea sports and recreation.

Caipirinha, anyone?
Brazil's national drink, the caipirinha, made with limes, sugar, water and the sugar cane brandy known as cachaça is an international favorite. Check out these recipes in various languages and enjoy a taste of Brazil wherever you are!

Orinoco River
Over 1330 miles long, Venezuela's river runs the length of the country, and is home to most of the indigenous population as well as tourism and the country's largest growing economic sector.

 
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