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Visit this intricate third-century temple complex to the south of Lima to learn about the deities, oracles and daily lives of the Moche, Huari and Inca cultures.

Peruse museums and churches in the city center and find out about an alleged UFO landing in the scenic outskirts.

Gaze up at Natal’s most famous dune on the southern end of this beach. Visit its many stalls, bars and restaurants.

See the place that inspired a famous song about a bikini at this upscale beach.

This huge South American country is famous for spectacular waterfalls, the glorious Andes mountain range, wine, tango and the captivating city of Buenos Aires.  

Find utter tranquility on this tiny exotic island, where casuarinas trees provide shade and a wealth of marine life can be spotted in the clear water. 

Appreciate the magnificent views of the sea from this cliff-top fishing village. Climb down to the water to visit its pristine beaches.

Take boat trips, go diving in crystalline water and snap memorable photos of jagged coastline, remote beaches and peaceful islands.

Take boat trips, go diving in crystalline water and snap memorable photos of jagged coastline, remote beaches and peaceful islands.

Revel in the lively ambiance of the bars and restaurants of one of the most popular beaches in the Búzios region.

Mountains and lakes, adventure sports, chocolate and Swiss-style architecture make this Argentine city a popular year-round destination.

Hike a short trail or catch a taxi boat to discover a beach where the sand is whiter than white and the water is like glass. 

Go surfing on the large waves and watch hang gliders land on this remote strand in the shadow of a nature reserve.

See the place that inspired a famous song about a bikini at this upscale beach.

Visit a quaint 17th-century island fort, take a banana boat out on the ocean and fill up on tasty snacks from the stalls.

Ride big waves in chilly waters at this Pacific coast town, which has a striking blend of ocean and rural landscapes. 

Take boat trips, go diving in crystalline water and snap memorable photos of jagged coastline, remote beaches and peaceful islands.

Peruse museums and churches in the city center and find out about an alleged UFO landing in the scenic outskirts.

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

Admire the shifting sand dunes and swaying palm trees that loom over the warm, blue-green ocean in this picturesque region.

Surf on the wild waves that meet this scenic stretch of sand, which is pleasingly quiet compared to some of Búzios less secluded beaches.