South America
South America is the continent we have the least right to summarise, so treat this as a list of what draws us rather than a guide. The Andes run the whole length of it. Buenos Aires and Rio are the two cities everyone names. The beaches are why a lot of people go and then stay.
Some of the most popular tourist destinations in South America include:
- The Andes Mountains: The Andes Mountains are the longest mountain range in the world and offer dramatic scenery, including snow-capped peaks, glaciers, and alpine lakes. In Andes you can enjoy hiking, camping, skiing, and other outdoor activities.
- The Amazon rainforest: The Amazon rainforest is the world’s largest rainforest and home to an incredible diversity of plant and animal life. Visitors to the Amazon can take boat tours, hiking tours, and even canopy tours to experience the rainforest up close.
- The beaches of Brazil: Brazil is known for its beautiful beaches, such as Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro and the beaches of Bahia. Visitors to Brazil can relax on the beach, swim, surf, and enjoy the noise and movement.
- The cities of Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro: Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina, is an and cosmopolitan city known for its tango dancing, its steak houses, and its European-inspired architecture.Rio de Janeiro, the second-largest city in Brazil, is famous for its Christ the Redeemer statue, its Sugarloaf Mountain, and Carnival, which shuts the city down for a week.
Environmental protection of the Amazon rainforest is of paramount importance, as it is vital to the global climate and home to an incredible diversity of life. Visitors to South America can help to protect the Amazon by supporting sustainable tourism initiatives and choosing activities that minimize their impact on the environment.
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