About South America
Articles Index - page 4
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.
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.
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.
Pisco
Pisco is the almost national drink in Peru and Chile. First created in Peru, now it's the subject of intense discussion between Peru and Chile: who owns the appelation rights? Some people don't care, they simply enjoy the product!
South American Wildlife Photo Gallery
The wildlife of South America is huge - in scope, number of species and family, in area. Enjoy the pictures in a growing wildlife photo gallery.
Uruguay for Visitors
From Montevideo and the famed resorts along the Gold Coast to gauchos Uruguay has a lot to offer the visitor.
South America History Quiz
Test your knowledge of South American history with this
fun quiz about South America. Tip: All the answers are found on the South America for Visitor's site.
Bastille Day in South America?
French Guiana is a department of France, not an independent nation, and celebrates the storming of the Bastille in the French way: lots of good food and wine!
News from South America (2003)
This is an abbreviated summary of events in 2003 in South America. Check your usual news sources for complete and/or ongoing reports. Does the situation worldwide or more particularly in South America change your travel plans?
The Mennonites of Paraguay
These immigrants from Canada, Russia and Germany have created productive farms, dairy farms and cattle ranches, as well as a tourist attraction, in the midst of the thorny Chaco.
Angel Falls and Canaima National Park
Sprawling Parque Nacional Canaima, Venezuela's second largest national park includes rolling savannas, forests, dense river woodlands, sheer cliffs, and steep flat-topped table mountains called tepuis, from which fall spectacular cascades of water. Angel Falls the highest uninterrupted waterfall in the world, and Roraima, the highest tepui in the Guiana Highlands, are top destinations within the park.
Paracas and the Islas Ballestas of Peru
Paracas, and the Ballestas islands are often called Galapagos of Peru. The area offers fantastic wildlife viewing of birds and marine animals, plus a look at the ancient Paracas culture.
Nahuel Huapi, Argentina
Parque Nacional Nahuel Huapí is one of the jewels of Argentina. This is a spectacular area of lakes and rivers carved from ancient glaciers, majestic mountains, inviting valleys, meadows, Valdivian forests and wildflowers. Bariloche and other lake side towns provide amenities. The scenery provides the "aa-ah."
The Volcanos of Chile
Chile has hundreds of volcanos, active and dormant, along the Bolivian and Argentine borders. Some are favored climbs, others are scenic gems. Ready to climb one?
The Beaches of Chile
With almost 3000 miles of coastline, there are hundreds of beaches, coves and inlets for swimming, diving, surfing, windsurfing and sea fishing.
Easter Island - the Navel of the World
Explore Rapa Nui, the mystery of the moais, the BirdMan petroglyphs and Easter Island, past and present.
Valparaíso - Pancho a Cielo Abierto
Behind the main plaza in Valparaiso, on Cerro Bellavists, the open air Museo al Cielo Abierto displays murals by 17 renowned painters. Join guest author Clarence Fisk as he tours this area of Chile's main seaport.
The Pantanal
Home to thousands of wildlife species, the Pantanal,shared by Brazil, Bolivia and Paraguay, is a huge wetlands, and a must on a wildlife-lover's travels.
Glorias Navales
Chile annually celebrates the naval victories of the War of the Pacific on May 21. The Battle of Iquique and the capture of the iron monitor Huáscar were major turning points in the war with Peru and Bolivia.
La Fiesta Grande - Andacollo, Chile
Andacollo is a small town in central Chile and the annual Fiesta Grande, a religious gathering on December 24-26 to worship the patron saint of local mines, La Virgen del Rosario (The Virgin of the Rosary), brings thousands of worshippers who also enjoy the secular festivities associated with the fiesta.
Chile's National Parks
North to South, from the dry Atacama to wet Magallanes, there are hundreds of national parks, reserves, monuments and nature sanctuaries to visit and enjoy in Chile.
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.
Belém, Brazil
Belem has a long and varied history as colonial port, wealthy from the rubber boom, economic and cultural center of northern Brazil, plus the jumping off spot for many of the Amazon river destinations.
Esmeraldas, Ecuador
Esmeraldas, long accessible only by sea, is now a commercial and
tourism destination with white sand beaches, ecological reserves, and direct access to Quito, Cuenca and other inland Ecuadorian cities.