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Brazil

http://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/South_America/Brazil/TravelGuide-Brazil.html

Peru

http://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/South_America/Peru/TravelGuide-Peru.html

Argentina

http://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/South_America/Argentina/TravelGuide-Argentina.html

Colombia

http://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/South_America/Colombia/TravelGuide-Colombia.html

Chile

http://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/South_America/Chile/TravelGuide-Chile.html

Venezuela

http://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/South_America/Venezuela/TravelGuide-Venezuela.html

Ecuador

http://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/South_America/Ecuador/TravelGuide-Ecuador.html

Bolivia

http://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/South_America/Bolivia/TravelGuide-Bolivia.html

Uruguay

http://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/South_America/Uruguay/TravelGuide-Uruguay.html

Paraguay

http://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/South_America/Paraguay/TravelGuide-Paraguay.html

Suriname

http://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/South_America/Suriname/TravelGuide-Suriname.html

Guyana

http://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/South_America/Guyana/TravelGuide-Guyana.html

French Guiana

http://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/South_America/French_Guiana/TravelGuide-French_Guiana.html

Falkland Islands

http://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/South_America/Falkland_Islands/TravelGuide-Falkland_Islands.html

Pro

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  The inhabitants are very friendly and ready to help with any problems. The nature of the people makes it easy to conclude good and close friendships. 


Con

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  Can Be Scary At Some Places 


In a nutshell

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  openmind mentality, fascinating culture, amazing landscapes 

 

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Buenos Aires  

La Boca

La Boca, Buenos Aires

 156 Reviews  This is the classic place that all the tourists flock to. The buildings are tiny and thin, painted in odd, bright colors, seemingly randomly selected. The story is that this area, being by the docks... 

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Four Seasons Buenos Aires

 4 Reviews and 327 Opinions  We stayed at the Four Seasons in BA for a total of 3 nights and then traveled to the "sister" Four... 

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Rio de Janeiro  

Christ The Redeemer, Corcovado

Christ The Redeemer, Corcovado, Rio de Janeiro

 201 Reviews  As you stand at the feet of the Christ, you will be able to pick out other city landmarks such as Copacabana beach and the world-famous Maracana football stadium. Standing with outstretched arms,... 

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Copacabana Palace

 21 Reviews and 413 Opinions  A veritable Rio landmark, Copacabana Palace continues to enjoy a reputation as one of the most... 

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Cusco  

Altitude Sickness - Soroche

Altitude Sickness - Soroche, Cusco

 31 Reviews  We flew from Lima at sea level to Puno at 4000 m and were taking Diamox and drinking lots of coca tea. We're both very fit - this is irrelevant with altitude sickness. Don't make the mistake of... 

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Lima  

District Of Miraflores

District Of Miraflores, Lima

 45 Reviews  Want to shop for things Peruvian or eat your lunch or dinner with a spectacular view? Larcomar is a shopping presinct designed to fit into the cliffs of Miraflores. From the street all you see is a... 

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JW Marriott Hotel Lima

 7 Reviews and 305 Opinions  We did not stay here, but it was pointed out to us as the hotel used for some of the VIPs that came... 

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São Paulo  

Bus station (Rodoviaria Tiete)

Bus station (Rodoviaria Tiete), São Paulo

 18 Reviews  Map of the bus station Finding your bus company: click here. Once at that website, in "Consulta de Viagens", type "Sao Paulo" (cidade de origem) and choose the best match offered (it will be Sao... 

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Bogotá  

La Candelaria and Downtown

La Candelaria and Downtown, Bogotá

 60 Reviews  A good way to spend the day in Bogota is to wander around here for the day. It is small enough to see in half a day depending on how much time you spend in the Churches/Museums but with all the cafes... 

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Santiago  

Cerro San Cristobal

Cerro San Cristobal, Santiago

 33 Reviews  A park, a stroll for lovers, and a big tourist destination Cerro San Cristobal offers some commanding views of the City. There is a funicular that takes you all the way up the hill to the statue. A... 

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Machu Picchu  

Huayna Picchu

Huayna Picchu, Machu Picchu

 39 Reviews  You will have to climb for a very narrow path, it will take you 45 minutes to 1 ½ hour to complete it and you will arrive to a plce where you will see and amazing landscape of Machu Picchu Citadel, it... 

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Galápagos Islands  

Diving and Snorkeling

Diving and Snorkeling, Galápagos Islands

 48 Reviews  After visiting the beach at Gardner Bay we went back to Cachalote for a quick change and then went to the panga again to go snorkelling at a small rocky island just off the coast. As we were all eager... 

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Montevideo  

Ferries/boat

Ferries/boat, Montevideo

 19 Reviews  Probably a question from my side, but reading the comment I get the impression that people are traveling to BUENOS AIRES - MONTEVIDEO with a ferry at a price of around 68 dollars. But looking at the... 

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Quito  

Colonial Quito

Colonial Quito, Quito

 174 Reviews  Museo de Arte Colonial is situated in a restored building from the 17th century. It is said that the museum has got the best collection of colonial art in Quito, or even in whole Ecuador. In the... 

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La Paz  

Valle De La Luna

Valle De La Luna, La Paz

 16 Reviews  Just a 10km ride from the centre of La Paz lies The Valley of the Moons, a unique landscape formed by the wind. The monoliths are made from sandstone and have been eroded over centuries from the... 

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 Penguins are the main attraction of Isla Martillo, a small island in the Beaglechannel, rather close to Puerto Willimas and Haberton.In case that you would like... 

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Q:  I am planning a trip to Buenos Aires and on to Montevideo through Colonia later this month. If I take the morning ferry to... 

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A: you can also take a ferry straight to Montevideo from Buenos Aires 

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El Corazón Mirando Al Sur

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 MIRANDO AL SUR Letra y música: Eladia Blázquez. Nací un barrio donde el lujo fue un albur por eso tengo el corazón mirando al sur. Mi viejo fue una abeja en la colmena, las manos limpias, el alma... 

2

a great continent !

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 I visited Southamerica many times in the last 30 years, mostly by cruiseships but also in a great vacation in Tierra del Fuego / Fireland. 

3

PERU - BOLIVIA - CHILE

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 I've got some interesting experiences in South America. I'd love to share with you the 17 tips I've written, the 18 photos uploaded, and 0 travelogues I've created. 

4

Aqui tienen que ir, porque vale la pena !

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 You've got to come here, it's worth it !! Vous devez venir ici, parce que ca en vaut bien la peine !!  

5

Jumping Around South America!

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 Machu Picchu Always wanted to hike up that mountain overlooking the Incan ruins found by Hiram Bingham in 1911. Besides, Machu Picchu also won as one of the New Seven Wonders on 07/07/07...gotta... 

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