Guadalajara is the capital and most populous city of the state of Jalisco in western Mexico. According to the 2020 census, the city had a population of 1,385,629, while the Guadalajara metropolitan area had a population of 5,268,642.
Jalisco, officially the Free and Sovereign State of Jalisco, is one of 31 states, along with Mexico City, that make up Mexico's 32 Federal Territories. The state's population was 8,348,151 in 2020. The highest elevation in Nevado de Colima is 4,260 m (13,980 ft). The state capital and largest city is Guadalajara.
La Quemada is an archeological site, also known as Chicomoztoc. It is located in the Villanueva Municipality, in the state of Zacatecas, about 56 km south of the city of Zacatecas on Fed 54 Zacatecas-Guadalajara, in Mexico.
The Cave of Swallows, also known as Sotano de las Golondrinas in Spanish, is a massive natural cave located in the state of San Luis Potosi, Mexico. It is named after the thousands of white-collared swifts and green parakeets that nest inside the cave during the breeding season.
Zacatecas, officially the Sovereign and Free State of Zacatecas, is one of Mexico's 31 states. Its population was 1,622,138 in 2020. The state is divided into 58 municipalities, with Zacatecas City as its capital.
Monterrey is the capital and largest city of the northeastern state of Nuevo Leon, Mexico. Located at the foothills of the Sierra Madre Oriental, the city is anchor to the Monterrey metropolitan area with an estimated population of 5,341,171 people as of 2020.
Salcantay is the highest peak in the Vilcabamba mountain range, part of the Peruvian Andes. It is located in the Cusco region, about 60 km northwest of the city of Cusco. Surrounded by lush vegetation, the summit is enveloped by a vast tropical forest with waterfalls on one side and the majestic, fast-flowing Salcantay River on the other.
The Viñales Valley is a region located in the western part of Cuba, in the province of Pinar del Rio. It is a rural area characterized by its picturesque landscapes, traditional agricultural practices, and unique karst formations known as mogotes, which are steep hills rising abruptly from the flat plain. The valley has an area of 132 km2 (51 sq mi).
The San Blas Islands are a group of islands belonging to the San Blas archipelago, located northwest of Panama, facing the Caribbean Sea. The archipelago comprises 378 islands, scattered across an area of approximately 100 square miles.
Mexico is a country located in southern North America. With an area of 1,972,550 km² (761,610 square miles), Mexico is the 13th largest country in the world by area; and has a population of approximately 126,014,024. Mexico is organized as a federal republic consisting of 31 states and Mexico City, its capital.
Lagoa Dos Patos is a coastal lagoon located in the state of Rio Grande do Sul, southern Brazil. It boasts the highest density of ducks in the Lower Alentejo region. You can also see many species of storks, wading birds, and other birds such as the Greater Flamingo, the Cockatoo, the Bearded Swallow, the Gull-billed Swallow, the Ball-tailed Ibis, the Black-winged Long-legged Heron, and the Eurasian Spoonbill.
Choquequirao is a 16th-century Inca site in the Cusco region of southern Peru. Often referred to as the "sister city" of Machu Picchu due to its similar structure and architecture, the site comprises a vast complex of buildings and terraces built around Sunch'u Pata, a truncated hilltop on a steep slope overlooking the Apurímac River.
Lagoa Mangeeira is a shallow coastal lagoon located in the state of Rio Grande do Sul, in southern Brazil. Formed approximately 4,500 years ago during the Holocene epoch by a sandbar caused by sea encroachment, it is one of the relatively new geological formations in the region and remains quite isolated.
Alpamayo, also known as Shuyturaju, is one of the most striking peaks in the Cordillera Blanca range of the Peruvian Andes. The Alpamayo Stream originates northwest of the peak. Mountaineers from around the world have failed in their attempts to conquer the treacherous Alpamayo. Located in the heart of Huascaran National Park, it is often described as the most beautiful mountain in the world.
Av. Casares 3450, C1425EWN C1425EWN, Cdad. Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina
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The Japanese Garden (Jardin Japones) is one of the most relaxing places in Buenos Aires. Located next to Tres de Febrero Park, the garden's various elements are designed to create balance and harmony. It features a wide variety of trees, a koi pond, an island with bridges, and sculptures based on Japanese culture.
Chichen-Itza is an ancient Mayan city located in the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico. The genius and adaptability of Mayan culture can be seen in the ruins of Chichen Itza, on Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula. Visiting Chichen-Itza allows you to explore the rich history and architectural wonders of the Mayan civilization.
Park 93, or Street 93 Park (Parque de la calle 93, often simply called Parque de la 93), is a commercial and recreational park located on Street 93 (calle 93) in El Chicó, north of Bogotá, Colombia. It is one of Bogotá's most stylish and vibrant areas, known for its shops, nightlife, and restaurants.
Once the center of the Purépecha Empire, the Pátzcuaro lake basin is home to the ancient ruins of Tzintzuntzan, the center of Purépecha power in the 15th century. The area encompasses at least 1,000 archaeological sites spread across at least 1,075 hectares.
Lake Mar Chiquita is an inland salt lake located in the northeastern part of Córdoba Province, central Argentina. It is the largest natural salt lake in Argentina. This vast, saline area, of conservation importance, is home to more than two hundred and fifty species of birds.
Salinas Grandes is a vast salt flat in north-central Argentina. Stepping onto the salt flat at an altitude of 3,400 meters, you will be surprised by one of the country's most bizarre and desolate places. This salt flat stretches across two provinces and covers an area of over two hundred square kilometers.
The Temple of the Holy Cross is one of the main structures of the Holy Cross complex in the ancient Mayan city of Palenque, Chiapas, Mexico, built in the 7th century AD during the reign of K’inich Kan Bahlam II. Built atop a stepped pyramid, the temple sits on a ceremonial platform overlooking the city and is part of a three-structured sacred complex along with the Temple of the Sun and the Temple of the Holy Cross.
Lake Maracaibo is the largest lagoon in South America. Despite its name, it is classified as a lagoon because of the 34-mile-long strait on its northern shore. With a surface area of 13,512 km² (5,217 sq mi), if counted as a lake, it would be the largest lake in South America, surpassing Lake Titicaca, and also one of the oldest lakes on Earth, formed 36 million years ago in the Andes Mountains.
Ek Balam is a Mayan-Yucatec archaeological site located in the municipality of Temozón, Yucatán, Mexico. It lies in the Northern Mayan Lowlands. From the Pre-Classical to the Post-Classical periods, it served as the capital of a Mayan kingdom. The site is famous for the preservation of the stucco on the tomb of Ukit Kan Lek Tokʼ, a king buried on the side of the largest pyramid.
Revash, near the village of San Bartolo, 60 km south of Chachapoyas city, is a late Chachapoya funerary architectural complex with chullpas (tombs) built on high limestone cliffs, at an altitude of 2,800 m above sea level. They are located within the Cerro Carbón limestone formation, situated on the left edge of the Alto Utcubamba valley.
Tarawasi, also known as Tarahuasi, is an archaeological complex in Peru. Located in the Cusco region, Anta province, Limatambo district, approximately 72-80 km from the city of Cusco, it is one of the finest examples of Inca stone construction. It is characterized by its precise polygonal stonework, where the stones fit together perfectly without any binding material.
Xcaret Park is a privately owned amusement park, resort, and ecotourism destination located on the Riviera Maya, part of the Caribbean coast of Quintana Roo state, Mexico. Here you will find cultural attractions, thrilling adventures, water activities, amazing nature experiences, and much more.
Av. Benito Juarez 7-km 4, Ejidal, 77723 Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico
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Cenote Chaak Tun is a famous natural sinkhole in Mexico, known for its stunningly clear waters and unique geological features. Located in the Riviera Maya region, near Playa del Carmen, this cenote offers visitors a fantastic spot for swimming, snorkeling, and exploring. It also boasts beautiful stalactites and stalagmites, lush surrounding vegetation, and opportunities to admire underwater formations.
Coba is an archaeological site with the tallest temple on the Yucatan Peninsula, located in the state of Quintana Roo, Mexico, and boasts the oldest causeway system in the Mayan world. It also contains stone stelae inscribed with records of important events in this ancient city.
Quintana Roo, officially the Sovereign and Free State of Quintana Roo, is one of 31 states, along with Mexico City, that make up Mexico's 32 federal entities. The state is divided into 11 municipalities, with Chetumal as its capital and Cancún as its largest city. The state is situated at a maximum altitude of 230 m (750 ft). The state's population was 1,857,985 in 2020.
The Arco de Santa Catalina is a historical landmark located in Antigua, Guatemala. It is a prominent archway that spans the Calle del Arco, a street that connects the city's central plaza with the Santa Catalina convent.
The Tikal Temple (often called Temple I, or the Temple of the Great Jaguar) is one of the most iconic structures in the ancient Mayan city of Tikal in the Petén region of northern Guatemala. It was built around 732–740 AD as a funerary pyramid. Its height is approximately 47 meters (154 feet) including the roof.
The Temple of the Three Windows, also known as the Cosmic Windows, is truly miraculous, a structure built perfectly and enduring forever. It is one of the most beautiful places to visit, and also a very important location due to its proximity to the main square.
Playa del Carmen, often simply called Playa, is a resort city located along the Caribbean coast in the state of Quintana Roo, southeastern Mexico. Explore magnificent shopping malls, vibrant nightclubs, stunning beaches, and nearby attractions such as theme parks, cenotes, underground rivers, and caves. The city's population was 304,942 in 2020, a small but dynamic proportion of which is immigrant.
The Larco Museum is housed in an 18th century viceroyalty-era mansion. The Larco Museum is surrounded by beautiful gardens. The Larco Museum is a stimulating and inspiring space in which visitors can enjoy and learn more about the fascinating history of ancient Peru.
Vinicunca, also called Rainbow Mountain, is a mountain in the Andes of Peru with an altitude of 5,036 metres (16,522 ft) above sea level. It is located on the road to the Ausangate mountain, in the Cusco region. Just 3 hours from Cusco, Rainbow Mountain is an incredible experience with spectacular views along the way.
55825 San Juan Teotihuacán, State of Mexico, Mexico
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The Feathered Serpent Pyramid and the Citadel of Ciudadela (c. 150–250 AD) form a massive architectural complex of Teotihuacan, Mexico (c. 100 BC–800 AD), the largest city of the Native Americans. The Citadel of Ciudadela consists of four interconnected platforms, each side measuring approximately 1,300 feet, and encircling a large plaza.
The twelve-angled stone is an archeological artifact in Cusco, Peru. The impressive architecture of the ancient Inca civilization continues to amaze scholars around the world today. One of the mysterious wonders forgotten over time is the ruins of a structure called Hatun Rumiyoc. They built it using massive polygonal stone blocks, carving and fitting them with extraordinary precision.
Plaza de San Francisco, Cuenca 477, Quito 170401, Ecuador
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The San Francisco de Quito Church and Monastery was the first Franciscan temple within the Quito Royal Palace and the first Catholic church built in the city. Construction began in the first half of the 16th century, around the 1530s, shortly after the Spanish arrival in Ecuador..
Zona Arqueológica San Andrés Cholula, San Andrés Cholula, Pue., Mexico
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The Great Pyramid of Cholula, also known as Tlachihualtepetl, is an architectural complex located in Cholula, Puebla, Mexico. It is the world's largest pyramid (temple) archaeological site, as well as the largest known pyramid by volume today. The pyramid is a temple traditionally believed to be dedicated to the god Quetzalcoatl.
Puebla is one of 31 states, along with Mexico City, that make up the Federal Territories of Mexico. The state is divided into 217 municipalities, and its capital is Puebla City. The highest point (Pico de Orizaba) is 5,610 m (18,410 ft). The state's population was 6,583,278 in 2020.
Site Museum, Av. Chan Chan 101 Urb, Trujillo 13000, Peru
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Chan Chan was the capital city of the Chimor kingdom. It was the largest city of the pre-Columbian era in South America. It is now an archeological site in the department of La Libertad five kilometers (3.1 mi) west of Trujillo, Peru.
The Zona Arqueologica de Uxmal is an archaeological site located in the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico, specifically in the state of Yucatan. It is one of the most important and well-preserved ancient Mayan cities. It flourished during the late classical period (around the 7th to 10th centuries AD) and was a significant center of Mayan culture, architecture, and political power.
Embark on a culinary journey at Da’Vida Beach Club, a premier beachfront restaurant on Anguilla's northern coast. With breathtaking views of Crocus Bay, the restaurant offers exquisite dishes amid the beauty of the Caribbean. Experience the magic of Sunrise to Sunset at the idyllic location. Every moment is a treasured snapshot against Anguilla's pristine beaches and turquoise waters.
The valley is the capital of Anguilla, one of the fourteen districts of Anguilla, and the main town and administrative center of the island. It is famous for its clean air, beaches, and beautiful waters. It is located at an altitude of 9 m (30 ft). As of 2020, the population of the valley is 3,269.
Beach lovers looking for a destination largely untouched by commercial development flock to Crocus Bay. Located on the north side of the island, east of Sandy Ground, the tranquil feel is only broken by the occasional motorboat carrying tourists. The upscale Da’Vida restaurant, the only commercial establishment in the area, offers food, drinks, sun loungers, snorkeling and boat rentals.
The State of Mexico is one of the 32 federal entities of the United Mexican States. Colloquially, it is known as Edomex to distinguish it from the name of the country. It is the most populous and second most densely populated state in Mexico. Its population was 16,992,418 in 2020.
The Basilica of the National Vow is a Roman Catholic church located in the historic center of Quito, Ecuador. It is the largest neo-Gothic basilica in the Americas. A labyrinth of majestic heights and dimensions, the basilica features fourteen bronze apostles and evangelists, a pantheon with the remains of past leaders, and 24 chapels, each representing a province of Ecuador.
55800 San Juan Teotihuacán, State of Mexico, Mexico
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The Pyramid of the Sun is the largest building in Teotihuacan, believed to have been constructed about 200 CE, and one of the largest in Mesoamerica. Jaguar heads and paws, stars, and snake rattles are among the few images associated with the pyramids.
Yucatan is a state located on the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico. The capital city of Yucatan is Merida, which is known for its colonial architecture, vibrant cultural scene, and culinary delights. It had a population of 2,320,898 in 2020. Yucatan offers a diverse range of attractions, from ancient Mayan ruins to pristine beaches and vibrant colonial towns.
