The beautiful landscapes of Salta also gives rise to delicious wines, such as Torrontes wine. A tour can let you taste, and also learn a few of the secrets behind their making.
It's not only Salar de Uyuni's altitude that makes it seem like heaven. When weather conditions are just right, the world's largest salt flats seem to merge with the sky.
Carnaval only lasts 4 days, but it's enough to satisfy your party spirit for months. The samba parade at the end is filled with a cornucopia of dazzling costumes.
La Chascona means 'messy hair', but there is a method to the design of Pablo Neruda's house. The dining room is a ship's cabin, the living room is a lighthouse.
The World Heritage city of Cartagena has more fortifications than any other in South America. Instead of rushing to see them all, just soak in the good food and architecture.
(Country) monopolizes access to the Galapagos, which is best for the rare wildlife. A trip here can be very expensive, but it might be worth it to see giant tortoises up close.
Kaieteur Falls: 30,000 gallons of water per second falling over a 250 meter drop. You can enjoy the sight in the company of scarlet cock-of-the-rock birds and tiny golden frogs.
Locals think Encarnacion's riverside promenade will make it the next Rio de Janeiro. For now though, it's best known for the nearby Jesuit settlements of Trinidad and Jesus.
This amazing city of the Incas is 2,430m above sea level. The stone forming its temples and palaces fit together so tightly, it's like they were formed without human intervention.
The Beating Heart of the Amazon seems intent on living up to its name. Central (Country) Forest Reserve covers 1.6 M hectares. You can find spider monkeys, birds and electric eels.
Punta del Diablo has two faces - summers are full of lively partiers from abroad, while winters see quiet beaches and radical surfing waves. Both faces are astoundingly gorgeous.
Sierra Nevada National Park contains at least 3 peaks over 16,000 feet. Those afraid of heights can take refuge in charming Los Nevados for the hiking and fishing.
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