A list of the best places to visit in South America would not be complete without Iguazu Falls. This UNESCO World Heritage site features an extraordinary landscape of enormous waterfalls, stretching around 3km on the border of Brazil and Argentina. Lush rainforest and misty greeneries encompass the waterfall, creating spectacular scenery. Furthermore, Iguazu Falls are more than a jaw-dropping sight.
Head to the southern end of the world, slightly before Antarctica. In this region of Argentina, you will find an unbelievable scene of towering glaciers, snow-draped land, and a brilliant turquoise body of water. The stunning sight in Los Glaciares National Park looks otherworldly, but at the same time, you will know what a ‘paradise on earth’ looks like. For that reason, it is one of the best places to visit in South America.
This pristine archipelago calls everyone in love with the sea or tropical islands. Los Roques Archipelago boasts a handful of Pacific Ocean’s coral atolls where colorful underwater ecosystems live. This archipelago is located in Venezuela and is well-known as a natural reserve. Even though it is remote, you can still head to Los Roques Archipelago and be captivated by its untouched beauty.
If you ever wonder how it feels to land on another planet, the Atacama Desert will give you a hint. The endless desert is shrouded in arid wildlands, enticing rock structures, and a silent void. There are almost no living creatures in the arid, reddish desert. It displays an extreme, inhospitable environment where no animals nor plants could live. However, the Atacama Desert leaves a lasting impression on anyone who visits.
Brazil is one of the best countries to visit in South America that should be on your bucket list. Then one of the reasons why Brazil is so special is because of its vibrant city Rio de Janeiro. As a cultural melting pot and inspiration in popular culture, Rio de Janeiro has lots to offer. It is home to Christ the Redeemer statue, which stands on the top of a lush hill and overlooks the brilliant ocean. The city’s icon is already astonishing, but Rio will amaze you with much more.
Visiting Cartagena might feel like visiting a European city. This is due to an array of neoclassical and baroque-style buildings lining the city. Besides the enchanting architecture, Cartagena offers an imposing sight of the Caribbean Sea. Furthermore, it offers dazzling attractions, such as colonial churches and flower-draped boulevards, that will make you stop and stare. Even though Cartagena is comprised of European-styled buildings, the atmosphere will remind you that you are in one of the best cities in South America.
The classic and antique atmosphere in Quito makes it one of the best places to visit in South America. Thus, Quito is one of the highest cities in the world, standing at 9,350 feet above sea level. Like Cusco and Cartagena, Quito looks like a living museum. It is lined with historical buildings with iconic baroque and neoclassical architecture. For that reason, Quito is considered a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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