About South America
Articles Index - page 2
San Pedro de Atacama
This oasis in the middle of the Atacama desert in northern Chile has supported life since 11,000 BC and is now a prime destination for travelers interested in natural wonders and archaeological ruins
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.
Córdoba, Argentina
Called the Heartland of Argentina for its geographic location, Córdoba retains its colonial history and blends it with a modern tourism industry and a hefty assortment of recreational activities.
Chile's Fiestas Patrias
Chile's Fiestas Patrias celebrate Chile's independence from Spain and run for a week prior to the Dieciocho festivities on September 18, with regional activities such as the Pampilla de Coquimbo, Semana del Folclor, National Rodeo Championships and other events celebrating Chilenidad.
Galápagos Archipelago
The Galapagos archipelago, first discovered uninhabited by the Spaniards in 1535, and later made famous by Charles Darwin in 1835, is both a province and a national park of Ecuador, 600 mi
(1000 km) west on the mainland. It is a premiere wildlife observation, protection and research center visited annually by thousands of tourists.
Venezuela for Visitors
Venezuela's stunning natural beauty has thrilled travelers ever since Columbus first sighted its shores five centuries ago. Early visitors dubbed it the Jewel of the Caribbean for the fabulous coastline and the soaring mountain ranges.
Guyana for Visitors
Lush Guyana is an adventure waiting to be explored. Enjoy the Dutch and English colonial feel to Georgetown, the tropical rain forest, dense river systems and exotic wildlife in the only English speaking country in South America.
Argentina's National Parks
From the magnificent Iguazu Falls to the tip of Tierra del Fuego, Argentina maintains a wide variety of national and provincial parks, natural reserves, and natural monuments. Forest, glacier, lake or wildlife preserve, you're sure to need your camera and lots of film!
Dia del Trabajador
If you are traveling in Latin America on the first day of May, you can expect to find banks, government offices, stores, post offices and businesses closed for the day as people celebrate the International Worker's Day.
Petroglyphs and Rock Art of South America
Call them pictographs or rupestrian art, petroglyphs give us a look at the past, and the numerous South American sites provide information about ancient peoples and cultures.
Bolivia for Visitors
Touring information, photos and maps to the many regions and touring possibilities in South America's landlocked country often called the "Tibet of South America."
French Guiana for Visitors
Devil's Island and vast tracks of untamed wilderness await the adventurous traveler
Ecuador for Visitors
The three regions of Ecuador, coast, mountains and Amazonia, offer the visitor a multitude of choices, including the heritage capital, Quito, lush seaside resorts, Volcano Alley, rainforests, verdant mountain plains and a relaxed lifestyle.
Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
Take the train from Cuzco and the bus up the mountain or walk the Inca Trail with these descriptions, helpful hints, and directions to
Peru's most fabled destination: Machu Picchu.
Suriname for Visitors
Tropical rainforests and a trek to Mount Kasikasima are only two of the country's attractions. Wildlife, river cruises and the city of Paramaribo offer sightseeing opportunities.
Cumaná, Venezuela
Cumana, Venezuela is the first city founded on South American soil. Founded in 1521 by Gonzalo de Ocampo on the site of a Franciscan mission on Rio Manzanares, Cumana is the birthplaces of General Antonio Jose de Sucre, a participant in the Wars of Independence and the first president of Bolivia.
The Dinosaurs of South America
Ezpanding dinosaur fossil finds, including the largest dinosaur ever recorded, in Argentina, Bolivia and Brazil thrill archaeologists and dinosaur fans.
Maps of South America
I love maps. Here are some of my favorites and some I've found very useful in my virtual and real travels in and to South America.
Exploring Brazil's Northeast
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.
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.
Puno, Peru
Gateway to Lake Titicaca and the Folkloric Capital of Peru, Puno is a place you're sure to visit for the Fiesta de la Virgen de la Candelaria in February, Puno Days in November, and to tour the surrounding countryside.
Búzios, Brazil
An international resort, Buzios is two hours north of Rio de Janeiro, and its twenty plus beaches and relaxed hedonistic style likens it to Saint Tropez.
Wildlife of South America
The wildlife of South America is abundant, lush, many specied and a treat to wildlife photographers, birders, adventure explorers. Many are facing extinction.
Parrillada Mixta - Recipes and Variations
A mixed grill is an international favorite, and particularly popular in Argentina, where beef is king, as well as in other South American countries.
Piriápolis, Uruguay
Developed before Punta del Este along the lines of a European spa resort, Piriápolis attracts visitors for its excellent beaches, lively nightlife, recreational facilities and relaxed vacation lifestyle.