South America Castles & Palaces, Historical + Winter Pictures

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

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

Come to the wine capital of South America to sample fine malbecs, study Argentine culture and enjoy breathtaking scenery.

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.

Marvel at the contrasting landscapes of two lagoons set in a salt flat and framed by snow-capped mountain peaks and volcanoes. 

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

Explore deserts, mountain lakes, volcanoes, ski slopes and trekking routes in one of South America’s most varied and adventure-filled countries.

Quench your thirst for adventure in this region of contrasts and natural beauty, which features golden beaches, high plateaus and arid desert landscapes.

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

Explore deserts, mountain lakes, volcanoes, ski slopes and trekking routes in one of South America’s most varied and adventure-filled countries.

Enjoy the view and delve through the intriguing history of the first of the 10 fortresses set up to defend the island.

The soul of Salvador’s Historic Center is a vibrant district of cobblestone streets framed by ancient churches, colonial mansions, museums and cultural centers.

Adventure sports and wildlife spotting amid striking landscapes help to make the state of Mato Grosso do Sul one of Brazil’s leading ecotourism destinations.

Climb up a hill to reach this simple white chapel and enjoy the picturesque views of islets that decorate the ocean.

Climb up a hill to reach this simple white chapel and enjoy the picturesque views of islets that decorate the ocean.

Relax in upscale huts and swim in the clear, shallow water by the beaches that enclose this historic city.

In a city blessed with stunning churches this pretty slave-built church, in the heart of Salvador’s UNESCO-protected Historic Center, is one its most interesting.

Climb up a hill to reach this simple white chapel and enjoy the picturesque views of islets that decorate the ocean.

Capoeira dancers amaze passersby and artisans hawk souvenirs at this handsome central square where colonial mansions sit next to centuries-old churches.

Enjoy adventures in the snow at the alpine village, ice rink and skiing mountain of this indoor winter theme park. 

Climb up a hill to reach this simple white chapel and enjoy the picturesque views of islets that decorate the ocean.

While away hours relaxing on soft white sand, swimming in perfect blue water and soaking up the year-round sunshine at this unspoiled beach.

Enjoy the view and delve through the intriguing history of the first of the 10 fortresses set up to defend the island.