South America is replete with natural beauty, colonial towns, and Incan ruins. The continent is especially known for its white sand beaches and booming nightlife. South America offers dramatic landscapes and is home to natural landmarks such as the Amazon Rainforest and Igazu Falls. Visitors can explore the cobbled streets of many colonial towns and observe the Portuguese, Spanish, and Dutch influences. South America’s musical heritage is reflected in Brazilian Samba, Colombian Salsa, and Argentine Tango. Historical relics, diverse culture, natural and architectural wonders, vibrant cities, and awe-inspiring landscapes attract millions of visitors to South America every year.
Top Festivals in South AmericaSouth America hosts several annual festivals around the year. It is advised that visitors book flights to South America in advance in order to avoid paying last minute airfares and score great South America flight deals.
- Carnival, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Inti Raymi, Cusco, Peru
- Tango Festival, Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Festival de la Candelaria, Bolivia & Peru
- Feria de Cali, Cali, Colombia
Popular Destinations in North AmericaRio de Janeiro, Brazil
Nestled between the mountains and the sea, Rio de Janeiro is home to the internationally renowned, Christ the Redeemer statue. In addition to UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the city is lined with many landmarks such as Parque Lage, Carioca Aqueduct, Sugarloaf Mountain, Selaron Steps, and Rio de Janeiro Cathedral. Rio de Janeiro is a modern metropolis which features a blend of architecture where visitors will come across Modern, Contemporary, as well as Neo-Baroque. The city hosts Brazil’s most vibrant Carnival each year.
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Capital of Argentina, Buenos Aires is famed for its diverse architecture. The cosmopolitan city is lined with landmarks, namely, Casa Rosada, Plaza de Mayo, National Congress of Argentina, Buenos Aires Metropolitan Cathedral, Palacio Barolo, and many more. Buenos Aires is also home to many theaters, performing art venues, and museums, such as Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes, Teatro Colon, and Galerias Pacífico. Do not forget to try a juicy steak at a Parrillas when in Buenos Aires.
Santiago de Chile, Chile
Capital of Chile, Santiago de Chile is home to many cultural institutions such as Mapocho Cultural Center, Chilean National Museum of Natural History, Gabriela Mistral Cultural Center, and Municipal Theatre of Santiago. History and architecture enthusiasts must visit Santiago Metropolitan Cathedral, Church and convent of San Francisco, Plaza de Armas, Central Market of Santiago, and National Library. For panoramic views of the city, visitors can go to San Cristobal Hill and Gran Torre Santiago.
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