South America Action & adventure, Historical, Military, Nature + Peaceful pictures

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Witness the breathtaking beauty of the region at the end of the world, where the rocky faces of the Andes mountains tower over glaciers, rivers and forests.

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

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

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

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

Myriad shades of blue water surround the twin mossy hills that rise from the ocean surface and tower over the beach.

Myriad shades of blue water surround the twin mossy hills that rise from the ocean surface and tower over the beach.

Embark on a boat tour from the wooden pier and relax at the tables of upscale restaurant spilling onto this beach.

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

View the remarkable rock formations and watch fascinating nesting turtles in this surfer’s playground with some of the country’s best waves.

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.

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

See clifftop forts and rock formations silhouetted by the sunset. Swim alongside colorful marine creatures in the ocean.

The gateway to Argentina’s indigenous heartland, this northern city is also home to Spanish-era monuments, excellent museums and superb restaurants. 

Search for the meaning of ancient stone sculptures on this small island off Chile’s coast. When you’re not exploring history, enjoy splendid beaches.

Search for the meaning of ancient stone sculptures on this small island off Chile’s coast. When you’re not exploring history, enjoy splendid beaches.

Enjoy the ocean views and admire the fascinating statues of iconic figures and fishermen in this walkway tribute to a French diva.

Vast glacial lakes, verdant pastures and the towering Andes Mountains dominate one of the world’s most breathtaking and sparsely populated landscapes.

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

Encounter a range of tropical vegetation and animals in the lush terrain of this area where you will find one of the world’s largest waterfalls.

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

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

See clifftop forts and rock formations silhouetted by the sunset. Swim alongside colorful marine creatures in the ocean.