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.
Mexico is a country located in the southern part of North America. Mexico covers 1,972,550 square kilometers (761,610 sq mi), making it the world's 13th-largest country by area; with approximately 126,014,024 inhabitants. Mexico is organized as a federal republic comprising 31 states and Mexico City, its capital.
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.
Zacatecas is the principal city within the municipality in Mexico of the same name, and the capital of the state of Zacatecas. It had a population of 138,444 in 2020. Zacatecas, a colonial gem with convents, museums, churches, alleys, legends, viceroy's palace and a large mining industry.
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.
Anguilla is a British Overseas Territory in the Caribbean. It is one of the most northerly of the Leeward Islands in the Lesser Antilles, lying east of Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands and directly north of Saint Martin. The territory's capital is The Valley. The total land area of the territory is 35 square miles (91 km2), with a population of approximately 15,753 in 2021.
Huascaran National Park is a Peruvian national park that comprises most of the mountain range known as Cordillera Blanca (the world's highest tropical mountain range) which is part of the central Andes, in the region of Ancash.
Mendoza is the capital of the province of Mendoza in Argentina. It is located in the northern-central part of the province, in a region of foothills and high plains, on the eastern side of the Andes. As of the 2010 census, Mendoza had a population of 115,041 with a metropolitan population of 1,055,679.
San Carlos de Bariloche is the largest city in the Argentine province of Río Negro and the seat of the department of the same name. It is located in the foothills of the Patagonian Andes on the southern shore of Nahuel Huapi Lake, near the border with Chile. Its population was 135,755 in 2022 census.
River Plate's museum is one of the largest sports museums in the world, measuring 3,500m. The museum has exhibits on the history of the football club, one of the best known and most successful in Latin America.
Jardim Botânico, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22460-030, Brazil
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The Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden is located at the Jardim Botânico district in the South Zone of Rio de Janeiro. It is famous for the exuberance and the scientific importance of its plant collection, as well as for the beauty of its landscapes. Its bicentennial history is expressed in its monuments, buildings and artworks.
Torres del Paine National Park is a national park encompassing mountains, glaciers, lakes, and rivers in southern Chilean Patagonia. The Cordillera del Paine is the centerpiece of the park.
R. Sao Joaquim, 381 - Liberdade, Sao Paulo - SP, 01508-001, Brazil
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History Museum of Japanese Immigration in Brazil dedicated to documenting the story of Japanese immigrants to Brazil. It chronicles every imaginable aspect of the immigrant experience, making it a perfect place to explore the history of the country with the largest Japanese community outside of Japan.
The Lima Art Museum is an art museum in Lima, Peru. The museum is located in the Palacio de la Exposición. The collection includes ceramics, textiles, sculptures, and paintings surveying almost 3,000 years of history ranging from the pre-Columbian to Contemporary time periods.
The Main Square of Lima is one of the most important touristic destinations, located in heart of the Historic Centre of Lima. It is surrounded by a number of major landmarks, including the Government Palace, the Metropolitan Cathedral, the Archbishop's Palace, the Municipal Palace, and the Palacio de la Unión.
Machu Picchu stands 2,430 m above sea-level, in the middle of a tropical mountain forest. It was probably the most amazing urban creation of the Inca Empire at its height; its giant walls, terraces and ramps seem as if they have been cut naturally in the continuous rock escarpments.
Sacsayhuaman is a walled complex near the old city of Cusco. Sacsayhuaman is at an altitude of 3,701 m. or 12,000 feet. The site is part of the City of Cuzco, which was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1983.
The Sacred Valley, or Valle Sagrado, is a region in Peru located in the Andean highlands near Cusco. It is a picturesque valley that stretches along the Urubamba River, surrounded by towering mountains and dotted with ancient Inca ruins and traditional Andean villages.
