Catamarca & La Rioja
This 'Triassic' path takes you past life-size replicas of dinosaurs whose fossilized remains have been found in the Talampaya area.
Must-see attractions in South America
Middle Chile
At the entrance to Viña Santa Cruz, this car museum showcases older models from the 1890s through to the 1980s in a big showroom.
Iglesia de Inmaculada Concepción
Manizales
Built at the beginning of the 20th century, this elegant church has a beautiful carved-wood interior reminiscent of a ship's hull.
Mar del Plata
For the adventurous, there’s Playa Escondida, some 25km south of Mardel, which claims to be Argentina’s only legal nude beach.
Alter do Chão
A few blocks west of the town center along the waterfront promenade is this pleasant beach, wrapping around to the Tapajós River.
Catamarca & La Rioja
This cooperative is a good place to watch weavers at work, and buy their goods. Follow Belgrano past the Hotel Belén to find it.
Bolivia
A nice walk below town on Camino del Río leads to a hanging bridge over Río San Cristobal with gorgeous views down the valley.
Templo y Monasterio de Santa Clara
Ayacucho
Attracts thousands of pilgrims annually for a glimpse of the image of Jesus of Nazareth supposedly inside on one of the altars.
Cafayate
A slick operation in Cafayate's center, where you can taste all seven of its wines in a room that feels like an upscale lounge.
Valparaíso
Explore the natural history of central Chile in nine rooms that focus on biology and ecosystems. Signage is in Spanish only.
Rapa Nui (Easter Island)
Near Anakena, this beach offers seclusion for wannabe Robinson Crusoes but is considered dangerous because of falling rocks.
Brazil
The 16th-century Igreja NS do Carmo stands at the center of an impressive complex of church buildings on Praça Dom Adauto.
Bolivia
A favorite with bird-watchers in search of three of the world's six flamingo species, and the rare horned and giant coots.
Curitiba
For an overview of Curitiba, head to the 109m-high Torre Panorâmica, offering 360-degree views from the observation deck.
Minas Gerais
Housed in a historic gold foundry dating to 1730, the Museu do Ouro displays art and artifacts of Sabará’s glory years.
São Paulo
On Praça da Sé stands the modest Igreja do Carmo, which dates to the 1630s and still preserves its original high altar.
Santiago
Edgy contemporary works in a stunning multilevel space, with the odd Picasso, Miró or Matta thrown in for good measure.
The Lakes District
A small but well-done museum inside the historic 1920 Casa Niklitschek telling the story of Puerto Octay via antiques.
Iglesia de San Francisco de Paula
Ayacucho
This white two-towered church dating from 1716 has interesting floral flourishes near the cupolas of its bell towers.
North Coast & Lowlands
An incomparable photo op: the city's iconic fish, a gargantuan albacore tuna (atún), with tin can attached.
Loja
Almost 5km south of the center, the 90-hectare reserve has excellent trails. You’ll need to cab it here ($1.25).
Museu Arquidiocesano de Arte Sacra
Minas Gerais
Mariana's sacred art museum features sculptures by Aleijadinho, paintings by Ataíde and other religious objects.
Amazon Basin
Giant river otters are often seen on wildlife-replete Cocha Juárez, although tours rarely stop here these days.
Northern Patagonia
Above El Rincón sector of Tortel, this three-hour round-trip hike offer views of the Baker estuary and canals.
Museo Histórico Regional Gales
Coastal Patagonia
The old train station houses this fine small museum holding the belongings and photographs of Gaiman pioneers.
Rapa Nui (Easter Island)
About 2km north of Tahai is Ana Kakenga. This site comprises two caves opening onto the ocean (bring a torch).
Cuenca
A central meeting point and generally lovely place to relax, Parque Calderón is the central park of Cuenca.
Minas Gerais
Dating to 1785, this striking yellow church on São Thomé's leafy central square is the town's centerpiece.
Parque Nacional Torres del Paine
An easy hour's walk leads to Mirador Nordenskjöld, an overlook with superb views of the lake and mountains.
The Pampas & the Atlantic Coast
This small museum houses an interesting collection of 15 horse-drawn carriages from the early 20th century.
Santa Catarina
The Castelinho da XV, now a Havan department store, is a replica of the city hall of Michelstadt, Germany.
Santiago
This newly inaugurated space features the photography, sculpture and painting of rising Chilean artists.
Salvador
It's worth the uphill hike to this 17th-century fort: from here, the views of the bay are fantastic.
Cali
This unusual brick bell tower is one of the best examples of Mudejar architecture in Colombia.
La Paz
Bolivia's top contemporary artists showcase their work at this whimsical three-story gallery.
The Pampas & the Atlantic Coast
The Museo El Caserío is where the French painter Tristán Lacroix lived and worked in 1911.
Búzios
Remarkably realistic-looking fishermen hauling in their nets by sculptor Christina Motta.
Coastal Patagonia
A pretty plaza, with quiet benches in the shade of poplars and purple-blossom jacarandas.
Minas Gerais
For great mountain views at sunset and sunrise, head up to the lookout 500m above town.
Ayacucho
This is the oldest city church, dating from shortly after Ayacucho's founding in 1540.
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