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1. Machu Picchu
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Machupicchu, Cusco Region, Peru
Machu Picchu is one of the most stunningly beautiful and famous archeological sites in the world. While the ruins themselves are spectacular, this ancient citadel could..
2. Iguazú Falls
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Puerto Iguazu, Litoral Region, Argentina
One of the most spectacular waterfalls in the world and one of the top attractions in Argentina , Iguazu Falls, which falls along the border of Argentina, Brazil, and..
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El Calafate, Patagonia, Argentina
Located within the Los Glaciares National Park, the Perito Moreno Glacier is one of the most impressive glaciers in the park at 250 square kilometres. It is one of the..
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Foz do Iguacu, Southern Brazil, Brazil
The Brazilian side of the Iguazu Falls is cheaper and has the 'adventure sports' such as rock climbing, abseiling, white water rafting, kayaking etc. The boardwalk..
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Rio de Janeiro, Southeastern Brazil, Brazil
This granite cone massif is rises 396 meters over the the city of Rio and offers a spectacular view of the city and its surrounds at the top. It is surrounded by steep..
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Uyuni, Southern Altiplano, Bolivia
Salar de Uyuni is the largest salt flat in the world, at an impressive 10,582 km2. The flats are estimated to contain over 10 billion tons of salt. The region was..
7. Corcovado
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Rio de Janeiro, Southeastern Brazil, Brazil
This iconic mountain with its 100 foot tall Christ Redeemer statue mounted on top with arms stretched out is located in the heart of Rio city and reaches a height of..
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Machupicchu, Cusco Region, Peru
Huaynu Picchu is the peak behind the Machu Picchu citadel. It is a fun climb, up a very steep path (those with a fear of heights shouldn't attempt this climb). The..
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Rio de Janeiro, Southeastern Brazil, Brazil
Made famous from Antonion Carlos Jobim's song "Girl from Ipanema", Ipanema is a pretty beach framed by elegant shops, art galleries, theatres and cafes. It's adjacent..
10. Nazca Lines
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Nazca, Southern Coast, Peru
The Nazca Lines are a group of geoglyphs located in the Nazca Desert. There are hundreds of individual figures, ranging from simple lines to stylized representations..
