Top 5 Travel Destinations In South America
What is your imagination of a perfect vacation destination? I guess it would be a beautiful place where you can find many marvelous attractions such as waterfall, beaches, wildlife, city life, rain forests and mountains to hike. If you are looking for such a tourist location, you have got it all here… Just go through the natural wonders of South America and experience an inexperienced tour here. That’s where the paradise begins!
A mixture of Indian, European and African influences have given South America a very distinct flavor. South America is a host of many wonderful attractions which are most suitable for the whole family. South America is the home of the world’s tallest waterfall, longest mountain chain, driest desert and longest rain forest. I have listed here some of the top tourist destinations of South America where you can enjoy your vacations.
South America is the owner of the Amazon and every traveler has fantasized about a tour to this place. Covering the parts of Peru, Brazil, Columbia, Venezuela, Bolivia, Ecuador and the Guianas, the Amazon is both, a river as well as a jungle. Amazon river is the world’s largest river in volume and length. The Amazon jungle is the largest rain forest in the world that represents over 60% of world’s combined rain forests. The river extends from its source in the Peruvian Andes and flows all the way to Atlantic. The Amazon rainforest has more diverse species of wildlife compared to anywhere on the earth.
A mixture of Indian, European and African influences have given South America a very distinct flavor. South America is a host of many wonderful attractions which are most suitable for the whole family. South America is the home of the world’s tallest waterfall, longest mountain chain, driest desert and longest rain forest. I have listed here some of the top tourist destinations of South America where you can enjoy your vacations.
1. The Amazon
South America is the owner of the Amazon and every traveler has fantasized about a tour to this place. Covering the parts of Peru, Brazil, Columbia, Venezuela, Bolivia, Ecuador and the Guianas, the Amazon is both, a river as well as a jungle. Amazon river is the world’s largest river in volume and length. The Amazon jungle is the largest rain forest in the world that represents over 60% of world’s combined rain forests. The river extends from its source in the Peruvian Andes and flows all the way to Atlantic. The Amazon rainforest has more diverse species of wildlife compared to anywhere on the earth.
2. Lake Titicaca
Lake Titicaca is the world’s highest navigable lake located on the Peruvian-Bolivian border. It is home to wonderful islands such as Floating Islands and the Island of the Sun which can be visited from the nearby towns of Copacabana and Puno. With the surface area of approximately 8,300 square kilometers, Titicaca is the largest freshwater lake of South America. The water of the lake has an amazing dark cobalt blue color. From a long period, Lake Titicaca has been considered as a sacred place among native people. It is the most sacred, serene, beautiful and magical lake I have ever seen.
Located in Canaima National Park, Venezuela, Angel Falls is one of the most breath-taking places to explore during vacation. With an height of 3,212 ft (979 m) and a plunge of 2,648 ft (807 m), Angel Falls is the world’s highest waterfall. The fall is nearly 15 times higher than Niagara Falls. Angel Falls is surrounded by jungles, grassland and hidden canyons. The native people of Venezuela call the falls as the ‘Devil’s Mouth’.
The Galapagos Islands, located off the coast of Ecuador in the Pacific Ocean, are the paradise for every nature enthusiast. These islands are the premier wildlife-watching destination in the world. This is the place where Charles Darwin got the idea for the theory of evolution. Though over 30,000 people live on the Galapagos Island, the sea lions are the bosses of these islands. The wildlife here is world famous for its lack of fear for humans. The creatures on these islands have evolved in their own way and are completely free of large predators. There are many plant and animal species that are not found nowhere else on the planet, but can be seen here. The Galapagos Islands tours are plenty in number and hence, you should know your options before flying. These islands will be remembered as the most spectacular highlight of an unforgettable journey.
No doubt, Rio de Janeiro is the most mesmerizing city in South America. Famous breath-taking beaches of Ipanema and Copacabana make Rio de Janeiro one of the beautiful travel destinations of South America. The mist covered hills, wild nightlife, crowded tropical beaches and Carnival make Rio de Janeiro a heaven for tourists. Although high crime and safety issues are always a concern, Rio still attracts the travelers.
South America! The name alone conjures up an array of wonderful locations. It captures your imagination with the majestic range of valleys, mountains and volcanoes of sheer beauty. If you want to become part of all these magical things, then go to South America this holiday season and collect some pleasant memories! Enjoy!!
3. Angel Falls
Located in Canaima National Park, Venezuela, Angel Falls is one of the most breath-taking places to explore during vacation. With an height of 3,212 ft (979 m) and a plunge of 2,648 ft (807 m), Angel Falls is the world’s highest waterfall. The fall is nearly 15 times higher than Niagara Falls. Angel Falls is surrounded by jungles, grassland and hidden canyons. The native people of Venezuela call the falls as the ‘Devil’s Mouth’.
4. Galapagos Islands
The Galapagos Islands, located off the coast of Ecuador in the Pacific Ocean, are the paradise for every nature enthusiast. These islands are the premier wildlife-watching destination in the world. This is the place where Charles Darwin got the idea for the theory of evolution. Though over 30,000 people live on the Galapagos Island, the sea lions are the bosses of these islands. The wildlife here is world famous for its lack of fear for humans. The creatures on these islands have evolved in their own way and are completely free of large predators. There are many plant and animal species that are not found nowhere else on the planet, but can be seen here. The Galapagos Islands tours are plenty in number and hence, you should know your options before flying. These islands will be remembered as the most spectacular highlight of an unforgettable journey.
5. Rio De Janeiro
No doubt, Rio de Janeiro is the most mesmerizing city in South America. Famous breath-taking beaches of Ipanema and Copacabana make Rio de Janeiro one of the beautiful travel destinations of South America. The mist covered hills, wild nightlife, crowded tropical beaches and Carnival make Rio de Janeiro a heaven for tourists. Although high crime and safety issues are always a concern, Rio still attracts the travelers.
South America! The name alone conjures up an array of wonderful locations. It captures your imagination with the majestic range of valleys, mountains and volcanoes of sheer beauty. If you want to become part of all these magical things, then go to South America this holiday season and collect some pleasant memories! Enjoy!!
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