South America Castles & Palaces + Historical Pictures

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Gaze out over panoramic views of Rio from the site of Brazil’s iconic Christ the Redeemer statue.

Visit the main sights of Buenos Aires and Córdoba and explore the low prairies full of intriguing flora and fauna.

Once the capital of the Inca Empire, this historic city is the gateway to the Sacred Valley of the Incas and one of the most important sites in indigenous Peruvian culture.

Experience fascinating ruins, bustling cities, magnificent landscapes, wild rivers and the Amazon jungle in the birthplace of the Inca Empire.

This energetic coastal city has a grandiose old town, superb art museums, pristine beaches and glitzy festivals, which celebrate its Afro-Brazilian roots.

Discover the local customs of colonial port cities, relax on sun-drenched beaches and wander through tropical terrain on Colombia’s northern coast.

This is the former house of one of the pre-eminent creators of modern art in the 20th century. Now, it is home to more than 1,500 of his works.

A visit to Bogotá’s main public square offers a glimpse into the city’s architectural history and the chance to take part in free cultural events.

Attend a service in the city’s main cathedral, ride the tram across a colonial-era aqueduct  and then dance the night away in this popular Rio neighborhood.

Gaze out over panoramic views of Rio from the site of Brazil’s iconic Christ the Redeemer statue.

Surrounding this central square are Rio’s historic buildings, including its impressive opera house, its world-class library and one of its most beloved bars.

Feel like you are in 18th-century Europe at this mock-gothic homage to a rustic French château with a well-kept garden and panoramic views of the city.

Attend a service in the city’s main cathedral, ride the tram across a colonial-era aqueduct  and then dance the night away in this popular Rio neighborhood.

Gaze out over panoramic views of Rio from the site of Brazil’s iconic Christ the Redeemer statue.

A visit to Bogotá’s main public square offers a glimpse into the city’s architectural history and the chance to take part in free cultural events.

Gaze out over panoramic views of Rio from the site of Brazil’s iconic Christ the Redeemer statue.

See the European influence on this prosperous Brazilian city. Explore its historic heart, architectural marvels and many sprawling parks.

Gaze out over panoramic views of Rio from the site of Brazil’s iconic Christ the Redeemer statue.