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Being the second largest country is South America, Argentina truly boasts endless tourist attractions.

In fact, there is so much to see and do in Argentina that even a month-long vacation in the country wouldn't be enough to explore everything that Argentina has to offer.

To give you an overall idea, we’ve created a top 5 list of tourist attractions in Argentina that are truly unmissable:

Patagonia

Patagonia is first on our list of top 5 tourist attractions in Argentina, and you’ll understand why when you visit this region.

Argentina’s Patagonia region is simply breathtaking and it’s absolutely a haven for ecotourism, nature enthusiasts or anyone wanting to see pristine scenery at its best!

Patagonia is huge so you’ll want to visit the top attractions in the region which are the Punta Tombo penguin colony in Puerto Madryn, the Cave of Hands in Perito Moreno and the glaciers in El Calafate.

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Out of the three, a tour of the Cave of Hands (Las Cuevas de las Manos) is definitely one of the highlights of a trip to Patagonia as you get to see 10,000 year-old hand prints!

Overall, Patagonia is as incredible as Antarctica, and it’s one of those places you must visit once in your lifetime so don't miss it when traveling to Argentina.

Iguazzu Falls

The Iguazzu Falls are no doubt, one of the top 5 tourist attractions in Argentina and also one of the most visited places in South America.

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The Iguazzu Falls are also bordered by Brazil, though you get some of the best panoramic views and experience on the Argentinean side as you get to walk above the falls!

Having said this, the general consensus is to visit both the Brazilian and Argentinean side of the falls to truly appreciate the majesty of the Iguazzu Falls. By the way, you can get easily from one side of the falls to the other as there is a direct bus lining the two sides.

Mendoza Wineries

Mendoza is a stunning beautiful city located (near the border with Chile) which is home to another of the top 5 tourist attractions in Argentina – the wineries in Mendoza.

Argentina’s wineries are famous around the world, and no other place in Argentina is more renowned for its wineries than Mendoza.

Most people arrange organized wine tours when visiting Mendoza, though you can easily do it independently since many wineries aren’t far from Mendoza. In fact, the wince cellars in Maipu and Lujan de Cuyo are very popular for wine tasting tours and are located within driving distance of Mendoza.

Overall, if you seriously love your wine, you'd want to make sure not to miss visiting the vineyards and wineries in Mendoza and take some wine back home!

La Recoleta

La Recoleta is not only one of the most renowned neighborhoods (barrios) in Buenos Aires, but it’s also one of the most visited destinations in Argentina.

La Recoleta neighborhood is truly one of the most beloved barrios in Buenos Aires by tourists because of La Recoleta’s great atmosphere and striking similarities to cities like NYC and Paris.

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La Recoleta also boasts lots of museums and cultural attractions such as Centro Cultural Recoleta and the renowned Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes (National Museum of Bellas Artes), which boasts the best collection of European Art in Latin America.

La Recoleta also boasts one of the top 5 tourist attractions in Argentina – La Recoleta Cemetery where the famous Eve Peron is buried.

Train to the Clouds

The Train to the Clouds (Tran a las Nubes) is without a doubt, one of our top 5 tourist attractions in Argentina.

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The Train to the Clouds is similar to other spectacular train tours in the US such as the Grand Canyon Railway and the Alaska Railroad, so you can expect to past through spectacular landscapes and mountain scenery.

You can book a ride on the Train to the Clouds from the tourist office center in Salta, and expect to pay around $150.

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Montevideo is located on the banks of La Plata River, and being only a 90 minute ferry ride from Argentina, it shares many similarities with Buenos Aires Argentina.

If you are visiting the city for the first time, Montevideo Uruguay (south america) has a very European feel with charming barrios (districts), cobbled stone streets and colonial-style architecture.

The city offers plenty of activities, and things to do include walking tours along the Old City, visiting some of the museums, and enjoy a stroll along Las Ramblas riverfront.

Things to do in Montevideo: Places of Interest

Museum and Botanical Garden (Jardin Botanico)

If you are traveling with the family, the Botanical Garden is a lovely place to stroll around while observing a great variety of trees and plants native to Uruguay. At the museum, you can check out a variety of Uruguayan vintage items from the colonial era.

The Museum and Botanical Garden is located in the Prado neighborhood, near El Pardo Park.

Prado Rose Garden (Prado Rosedal)

The Prado Rose Garden is nearby the Botanical Garden and it is another popular place to stroll and marvel at the variety (over 400) or native species of roses and various other countries such as England and France.

Santiago Vazquez (La Barra)

A visit to the town of Santiago Vazquez is one of the most popular things to do in Montevideo.

From downtown Montevideo, the town is only s short drive by car along Luis Batlle Berres Avenue.

Once you get there, you can stroll along the riverfront and get beautiful views of the Santa Lucia River and the Santa Lucia Bridge.

Montevideo La Rambla

If you are visiting the city for the first time, one of the most popular things to do in Montevideo is to take a drive or stroll along La Rambla, which runs between La Teja and Carrasco neighborhoods.

La Rambla is essentially a very long avenue that runs along the banks of the Rio (river) de la Plata. Along the way you’ll find many small shops, cafes and bars offering lovely views of the river.

Ciudad Vieja

To get a feel of Montevideo colonial-era, take a stroll along the neighborhood of Ciudad Vieja (Old City), which used to be a walled-city during colonial times.

Ciudad Vieja is the oldest part of town and features many 19th century buildings such as Torres Garcia Museum, Solis Theater, Palacio Salvo and the Gateway of Ciudadela.

Museo(museum) Torres García

If you are interested in art, the Torres Garcia museum, located near Independence Square, is one of the most popular museums in the city as it primarily features works by the Uruguayan artist Joaquín Torres García.

Independence Square (Plaza Independencia)

The famed Independence Square is located in the heart of Ciudad Vieja (Old City) and it is one of the most beautiful and historic squares in South America.

In the center of the Square you can find the statue and mausoleum of Jose Artiga.

Things to do in Montevideo: Beaches

Pocitos District

Pocitos is one of the touristy districts in Montevideo due to Pocitos Beach, which is one of the most popular beaches in the city due to its crystal clear waters.

Malvin District

Malvin District is another residential area home to many summer beach apartments where you can enjoy beach activities.

Also, along Rambla O'higgins you can find a small rock formation called Seagull Island (Isla de las Gaviotas).

Things to do in Montevideo: Shopping

Montevideo’s Sunday markets are, undoubtedly, one of the best places to enjoy the shopping scene in the city.

Two of the most popular Sunday markets include La Feria de Tristan Narvaja Market (located near Rambla Republica de Mexico), and Sarandi Market (located adjacent Independence Square).

Montevideo is also home to a few shopping centers where you can enjoy retail and souvenir shopping.

One of the most popular places to shop is at the Tres Cruces Shopping Mall located on Bv. Artigas.

Tres Cruces mall is actually located at the bus terminal so, if you’re stopping there, Tres Cruces mall is worth a visit.

Another popular shopping mall it’s Montevideo Shopping center. This mall has over two hundred different department stores, a couple of theaters, a few cinemas and a food court.

Things to do in Montevideo: Nightlife & Dining

The most popular place for dining and finding nightlife in Montevideo it's in the neighborhood of Ciudad Vieja.

Here, you can find bars, cafes, discos and the Port Market (Mercado de Puerto) which is one of the best places in Montevideo to experience Uruguayan cuisine.

For a bit of entertainment, the Solis Theater offers plenty performances ranging from concerts to ballet performances every night.

If you’re looking for things to do at night, I’d highly recommend checking out the theater.

Things to do in Montevideo: Events & Festivals

Montevideo Tango Festival (held in February)

The city of Montevideo is known as the birth place of Tango. If you love dancing and want to learn Tango, Montevideo Tango Festival features Tango workshops, dance exhibitions and more.

Montevideo Carnival (held also in February)

The Montevideo Carnival is the longest running carnival in the world and last for the entire month of February and part of March.

If you are planning to travel to Uruguay, I would suggest traveling here during the Montevideo Carnival to soak in a bit of Uruguayan culture.

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The city of Salta is located in the northern part of Argentina and it is bounded by the borders of Chile, Bolivia and Paraguay.

In fact, Salta is just two hundred miles south of Cochabamba Bolivia and around seven hundred miles northwest of the capital city of Buenos Aires Argentina.

If you are traveling to Salta Argentina for the first time, the city preserves its Spanish heritage with beautiful cobbled stone streets and 18th century colonial architecture such as the Salta Cathedral.

Things to do in Salta: Fun Outdoor Activities

Canoeing, Fishing & Water Rafting

If you want to enjoy water activities, the closest place is Campo Alegre Dam, around 15 miles east of Salta.

At Campo Alegre Dam you can enjoy canoeing, swimming and fishing, although boat fishing is not allowed.


Another popular place for water activities it is Cabra Corral Dam, which is located 45 miles south of Salta Argentina (around 90 minutes drive along the national route 68).

Cabra Corral Dam is by far the largest of the Dams near Salta and if you fancy doing some rafting, you can do so along Juramento River.

Clouds Scenic Railway Ride

Another fun activity worth adding to the Salta itinerary, it’s a ride along the Train to the Clouds Scenic Railway.

The Train to the Clouds ( El Tren a las Nubes) railway ride is, undoubtedly, one of the most popular fun things to do in Salta.

This scenic railway line ride last around 14 hours and takes out through bridges, tunnels and viaducts, and the scenery along the way it’s quite breathtaking.

The train ride costs around US$150 but it is once in a life time activity and worth every penny.

Things to do in Salta: Day Trip Suggestion (Cachi-Cafayate)

If you are looking for exciting things to do during your trip to Salta Argentina, one thing you can add to your itinerary it’s a day trip to the towns of Cachi and Cafayate.

Town of Cachi

There are a couple of ways to reach Cachi from Salta. One way is the local bus and the second way is by car.

If you travel by car, take the RN 68 west towards Cachipampa and then the RP 33 towards Cachi (it takes around 3 hours).

Once you get to Cachi, you can take a stroll the town and visit the local museum and then enjoy a nice meal at one of the lovely bars there.

Then, you can head to Los Cardones National Park, which is not far from Cachi Town. At the park, you can hike along natural trails and observe over one hundred species of birds and the lush vegetation that grows there.

If you want to spend the night in Cachi, you can camp out or book yourself in one of the charming lodgings at the town.

Otherwise, you can continue towards the town of Cafayate.

Town of Cafayate (Quilmes Ruins)

From Cachi, the town of Cafayate is a further two hours along the famed Route 40, which is the longest stretch of road after Route 66 in the USA.

The scenic drive between Cachi and Cafayate takes you along the Calchaqui Valley and through splendid canyon formations reminiscent of the Grand Canyon in Arizona.

Once in Cafayate, you can explore the town’s markets and shop for handmade goods the town is known for.

After a bit of shopping, you can visit the Nanni wine cellar, which is located at the town, and enjoy a wine tasting tour.

After exploring the town, you can visit the nearby Quilmes Ruins. The ruins are located a short drive from Cafayate, and offer a great insight into the Quilmes tribe way of life before the Spanish colonization.

Things to do in Salta: Places of Interest

Salta Museum of Archeology

If you are interested in archeological findings and interested in history, the Salta Museum of Archeology is a must-add in your itinerary. This museum houses the remains of indigenous mummies, which are over 500 years old.

Apart from the mummies, you can learn more about indigenous cultures before pre-colonial times. The Museum is located nearby 9th of July Square, on Mitre Street.

Cathedral of Salta

The Cathedral of Salta, located opposite the 9th of July Square, is along San Francisco Church, one of the most beautiful landmarks in the city of Salita. Inside the basilica, you can see an impressive gold altar sitting 40 feet high.

San Francisco Church

San Francisco Church is located nearby the Museum of Archeology, and it is one of the must-see landmarks in Salta.

San Francisco church was built in the 17th century and it is characterized by its red and gold facades.

One of the best times to appreciate this church is at night, when the lights are lit up around the church showing off all its glory.

Things to do in Salta: Shopping

If you are looking to shop for genuine local handmade goods, the city of Salta will not disappoint.

On Sundays, the city comes alive with street markets filled with vendors selling all kind of souvenir-type gifts, handmade clothing items made out of wool and high quality arts and crafts such as paintings and jewelry.

During the week, one of the most popular markets in Salta, it’s the Mercado (Market) Artesanal, which is located west of Salta along San Martin Street.

For retail shopping, the city is home to a few shopping malls such as the Alto Noa Shopping Mall located on Entre Rios Avenue.

Things to do in Salta: Nightlife & Entertainment

Weekends are traditional the days when the locals gear up for a night out.

The area around General Guermes Square is the heart and soul of the nightlife. Around this area, you’ll find the bulk of bars, restaurants and discos.

Another hot-spot is along Balcarce Street where you can also find plenty of bars and live music venues playing anything from Latin Rock to Argentinean folkloric music.

Things to do in Salta: Events & Festivals

Miracle Procession

The Miracle Procession is held in September in Salta, and it is one of the most important religious events in the calendar. During this time, the streets of Salta are filled with pilgrims carrying the statues of Virgin Mary and Jesus Christ.

April Cultural Month

One of the best times to travel to Salta it’s during the month of April, as the city of Salta dedicates the whole month to special cultural events.

During the entire month of April, the city features plenty of live entertainment, arts and crafts exhibitions and fun competitions.

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Cochabamba is the third largest city in Bolivia and it is famed for being home to the largest religious statue in the world.


If you are traveling to Cochabamba Bolivia for the first time, the city is known for its good food, beautiful surroundings and for having the nicest climate in the country.

Cochabamba is a fascinating place with a strong Spanish heritage. Here it's the list of cool things to do:

Things to do in Cochabamba Bolivia: Natural Attractions

There are a few National Parks located in the area around Cochabamba Bolivia. Two of the most popular ones are the Carrasco National Park and the Toro Toro National Park:

Carrasco National Park

Hiking & Bird Spotting

Carrasco National Park, located 60 miles east of Cochabamba Bolivia, is a great place where you can enjoy beautiful mountain and waterfall scenery, caves, Inca Ruins and lush vegetation.

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The Park features over 5000 different species of plants and you can spot Jaguar and the Andean Bear amongst other animals. Also, if you are a bird enthusiast, the park is home to hundreds of bird species such as the famed Guacharo (Oil bird), which nests in caves around the park.

Fishing & Camping

The park doesn’t require any kind of fishing permit so, if you love fishing, there are natural pools where you can enjoy trout fishing.

South of Carrasco National Park, in Sehuencas, you can find around 5 camping areas but they’re not shops nearby, and the area tends to flood.

The best bet for overnight accommodation, it’s to head to Villa (Village) Tunari where you can find plenty of hotel accommodation, camping areas and plenty of shops.

Wildlife Sanctuary

Carrasco Park is also home to a Wildlife Sanctuary, which is located just 6 miles from Villa (village) Tunari.

If you are planning to visit the Wildlife Sanctuary during the week, you need to let the Sanctuary know in advance when you’re planning to be there, as they only let tourists in on weekends and holidays.

The Sanctuary also only allow in thirty people per day, and the entry fee is roughly US$2.50. The entry fee also includes a free guided tour of the Repechon Caves.

Toro Toro National Park

Toro Toro National Park is located 45 miles south of Cochabamba Bolivia and it is Bolivia’s smallest national park but a fascinating one.

The park’s landscape consists of amazing rock formations and caves (over 20 caves) where you can explore dinosaur prints, fossils, and Inca paintings.

Bird Spotting

Apart from amazing rock formations, Toro Toro Park is a bird paradise for bird enthusiast and it is home to different types of parrots such as the red-fronted macaw.

Caving

Toro Toro Park is also a popular spot for underground caving, and it’s home to the Cueva (Cave) Humajalanta, which is a partially underwater cave where you can explore the beautiful stalactites and stalagmites formations.

Town of Toro Toro

Not far from the town of Toro Toro, you can find the El Vergel canyon with beautiful waterfalls from where you can get amazing views.

Near the town of Toro Toro you can also find the Llama Chaqui archaeological site where you can see amazing Inca paintings.

Things to do in Cochabamba Bolivia: Places of Interest

Mariscal Santa Cruz Park

If you are traveling to the city with the family, visiting the Mariscal Santa Cruz Park is one of the most popular things to do in Cochabamba Bolivia.

Mariscal Park serves as an amusement-type park and features kid’s play areas, picnic areas, a swimming pool, and a lake where you can hire paddle boats.

San Pedro Hill

San Pedro Hill is home to the Cristo De La Concordia, which is, undoubtedly, one of the most famous landmarks in Cochabamba Bolivia.

This landmark, located in Pedro Hill, is a massive statue of Jesus Christ, which is similar to the one found in Rio De Janeiro Brazil.

San Sebastian Hill

On San Sebastian Hill you can find the famed Coronilla Heroines landmark, which was built to commemorate the bravely of a group of Bolivian women who resisted the Spanish armies in 1812.

Martín Cárdenas Botanical Garden

The Martín Cárdenas Botanical Garden, located on Avenue 23rd of March, is a lovely place to stroll by and marvel at beautiful plants.

The Botanic Garden features an arboretum, a cactarium, a herbarium and Martin Cardenas house museum.

September the 14th Square

The September the 14th Square (Plaza 14 De Septiembre‎), along Esteba Arze Street, is where you can find the beautiful Cathedral, where you can marvel at 16th century paintings.

Colon Square

Colon Square (Plaza Colon), located on Venezuela Street, is another beautiful square and a very important one, as it is the place where protesters gather around.

House of Culture Center

The House of Culture Center (Casa De La Cultura), located near the Santa Clara convent, is an interesting place where you can learn more about indigenous cultures of Bolivia such as the Inca through interactive exhibitions.

Things to do in Cochabamba Bolivia: Shopping

If you are visiting the city for the first time, exploring the city’s traditional markets would be one of the highlight of your vacation.

Just like the rest of Bolivia, shopping at one of the traditional markets for hand made items is one of the most popular things to do in Cochabamba Bolivia.

La Cancha, San Antonio and Calatayud markets are the most popular ones and there are all found in the Sudoeste neighborhood, near the Bus Terminal.

La Cancha, held on Wednesdays and Saturdays, is the most popular as it features a variety of vendors selling anything from foods to handmade goods.

If you can’t make it to La Cancha Market, the next best place for souvenir shopping, it’s the San Antonio Market, located along Tarata Street.

At this market, you can find pretty nice handmade items such as bags, small guitars and so on.

Things to do in Cochabamba Bolivia: Nightlife & Entertainment

If you are looking to enjoy clubbing, Cochabamba Bolivia has a vibrant nightlife boosted by the University students. Apart from discos, there are plenty of restaurants and bars offering live entertainment.

Places such as La Recoleta, nearby the Cine Center, feature plenty of bars and restaurants.

Another nightlife hotspot it’s between Avenue Ayacucho and Avenue Heroinas where you can find more bars and restaurants.

Things to do in Cochabamba Bolivia: Events & Festivals

If you are traveling to Cochabamba Bolivia for the first time, it’s a good idea to travel during one of the city’s yearly religious festivals to soak in Bolivian culture.

For instance, the Virgen De La Candelaria Festivity, the San Jose Festivity and the San Isidro Festivity are celebrated in February, March and May respectively.

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The city of San Salvador is one of the biggest cities in Central America and it is located in the country of El Salvador, which borders Guatemala and Honduras.

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If you are traveling to San Salvador El Salvador for the first time, the city center is a mixture of rich and poor areas with buzzing street corners filled with vendors on the streets selling foods and all kinds of crafts.

Apart from the many things to do in San Salvador El Salvador, the city is ideal base for exploring other cities such as: Chalchuapa, where you can explore the impressive Mayan ruins of Tazumal, as well as San Jose, Cuenca, Trujillo and Chiclayo.

Things to do in San Salvador El Salvador: Outdoor Activities

Hiking & Swimming

If you are interested in the Great Outdoors during your stay in San Salvador El Salvador, the Cerro Verde National Park is within driving distance.

The park, located 20 miles west of San Salvador’s city center, is home to the extinct volcanoes of Santa Ana and Izalco.

You are allowed to hike the trails along the volcanoes but, for safety reasons, you can only do so in the company of a guide.

They only allow 300 people per day, and admission to the park is around $3. Before you head to the park you need to let them know through fax or e-mail when you’re planning to come. (Here it is Cerro Verde e-mail: informacion@istu.gob.sv)

The park is also home to Lake Coatepeque, which features a handful of hotels and guest houses by the lake shore. At the lake you can some swimming and boating activities.

El Roble Park

El Roble Park, located near the University of El Salvador, features recreational areas such as a basketball court and a BMX rump. Apart from these, you can enjoy an early morning jog along the paths as well as picnicking.

Cuscatlan Park

Cuscatlan Park is one of the largest urban parks in San Salvador El Salvador. The park features open green spaces with beautiful tropical trees.

The park, located adjacent Tin Marin Children’s Museum, features many opportunities for recreational outdoor activities, or simply a relaxing time on one of the park benches taking in the beautiful natural scenery.

In Cuscatlan Park, you can also find the Monumento a la Memoria y la Verdad (Monument to the Memory and Truth) Wall Memorial, which depicts the faces of those missing during the civil war.

Things to do in San Salvador El Salvador: Fun Family Activities

Tin Marin Children’s Museum

If you are traveling with kids, the Tin Martin Children’s Museum should be high in your itinerary.

The Museum, adjacent Cuscatlan Park, is an amazing place where you and kids can learn through fun and interactive activities such as the planetarium where you can learn about stars and constellations.

Mundo Feliz Amusement Park

If you looking for things to do with kids in San Salvador El Salvador, opposite Sykes El Salvador center you can find El Mundo Feliz (Happy World) amusement park where you can enjoy arcade games and bumper cars.

National Zoological Park

The National Park (Parque Zoologico Nacional) is another popular place where the whole family can enjoy some cultural attractions.

At the park, you can find the Saburo Hirao Japanese gardens, the National Zoo and El Salvador Natural History Museum.

Saburo Hirao Japanese Gardens

The Saburo Hirao Japanese gardens feature beautiful flora as well as kid’s playgrounds for the little ones.

The National Zoo

Apart from a collection of wildlife, the National Zoo serves as a sanctuary for the protection of animals in danger of extinction.

El Salvador Natural History Museum

At the El Salvador Natural History Museum, you can the fossils of a giant sloth among other species.

The National Zoological Park is located on Calle Modelo (Modelo Street) near Colonia Malaga neighborhood.

Things to do in San Salvador El Salvador: Places of Interest

University of El Salvador

The University of El Salvador (Universidad de El Salvador) is another landmark worth checking out. Here, you can stroll along the campus taking in the beautiful surroundings and explore the different buildings.

David J Guzman National Museum

If you are interested in ancient El Salvador, a visit to the David J Guzman National Museum is a must-add in your itinerary. The museum features a beautiful collection of Mayan artifacts that include ceramics and pottery items.

Cuscatlan Old Quarter

Cuscatlan Old Quarter (Antiguo Cuscatlan), home to the US Embassy, is where you can find the La Laguna Botanical Garden (Jardin Botanico).

If you love flora, the park is home to over 3,000 different types of plant species from around the world as well as native to El Salvador.

Things to do in San Salvador El Salvador: Shopping & Food

For retail shopping, head to the area between Colonia Miramonte and Colonia Terraza neighborhoods (along Boulevard De Los Heroes).

Here, you can find three shopping malls:

* Metrocenter shopping mall (Centro Comercial Metrocentro)
* Metrosur (Centro Comercial Metrosur)
* Metrogalerias (Centro Comercial Metrogalerias)

The neighborhood of Santa Elena (located in Antiguo Cuscatlan) is also home to a few malls where you can enjoy more retail shopping.

All of these malls are located along La Panamericana highway and they include:

* La Gran Via shopping Mall (Centro Comercial La Gran Via)
* Las Cascadas shopping mall (Centro Comercial Las Cascadas)
* Multiplaza shopping mall (Centro Comercial Multiplaza).

San Salvador is also home to many markets, where you can shop for local produce and handmade goods such as hammocks.

For instance, San Jacinto District is home to a few Mercados (markets) such as:

* Mercado Municipal San Jacinto
* Mercado Modelo
* La Despensa De Don Juan hypermarket.

Food

Trying out some of the popular dishes in San Salvador El Salvador is one of the popular things to do there. Popular dishes include:

* Purpusas, which are delicious handmade tortillas made out of corn or rice flour. They are usually filled with cheese, chorizo and vegetables.

* Yuca Fritas, which are deep fried cassava root topped with vegetables.

* Panes Rellenos, which are delicious sandwiches filled with turkey or chicken, and served with vegetables.

Things to do in San Salvador El Salvador: Nightlife & Entertainment

For a trendy night scene, head to Zona Rosa district. Here, you can find many luxurious hotels and upscale bars, restaurants and nightclubs, as well as the popular Gran Via Shopping complex which features plenty of bars, restaurants and cinemas.

Apart from bars and clubs, you can enjoy a night out at the theater. For instance the Presidential Theater (Teatro Presidente), near the Embassy of Chile, is home to the San Salvador National Symphony which performs here regularly.

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The city of Cuenca Ecuador is a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its historical value.

Museums in Cuenca Ecuador

The city features museums and churches from the colonial era, along with cobbled streets with modern and colonial houses with illustrious balconies which are reminiscent of the Peruvian cities of Trujillo and Chiclayo. Apart from colonial period houses, not far from Cuenca Ecuador you can find the significant Inca ruins near the town of Ingapirca

Things to do in Cuenca Ecuador: Outdoor Activities

Hiking & Fishing

One of the top things to do in Cuenca Ecuador it’s to explore the beautiful natural scenery while enjoying fun outdoor activities. One of the most popular places where you can explore the outdoors is at Cajas National Park (Nacional de Recreación Las Cajas), which is located 60 miles west of Cuenca Ecuador.

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Apart from the many natural hiking trails, Cajas National Park covers a wide area that includes the lakes of Taitachuga and Osohuaycu where you can enjoy some fishing and water activities.

If you are an experienced climber, Cajas National Park also features a few peaks such as the Chimborazo with an elevation of over 20,000 feet. The village of Jima is another place near Cuenca Ecuador where you can enjoy hiking up the beautiful hills.

The village of Jima is located 80 miles south of Cuenca's city center. Take highway 35 (La Panamericana) towards Tocadel and take the diversion to San Jose de Raranga. The village is a few miles south of San Jose de Raranga.

The area around the town of Gualaceo is another place where you can enjoy outdoor pursuits. Here, you can find many mountains trails ideal for hiking and mountain biking.

Burro Ride

Taking a Burro (donkey) ride is another exciting thing to do, especially if you’ve never been on one before. The towns of Gualaceo and Jima are great places where you can hire a burro and trot around taking in the beautiful sights.

Things to do in Cuenca Ecuador: Places of Interest

Spanish Churches

If you are a history buff or simply want to marvel at some fine architecture, Cuenca’s city center is home to a few churches from the Spanish colonial period such as:

* Iglesia del Sagrario (Old Church of Cuenca) built in the 16th century.

* Iglesia de la Inmaculada Concepción (New Church) built in the 19th century.

Monastery and Museum of La Concepcion (Monasterio and Museo de La Concepción)

La Concepcion Monastery and Museum houses an exhibition that showcases 17th century tombs as well as other religious artifacts such as paintings and crosses.

Things to do in Cuenca Ecuador: Half Day trips

Town of Ingapirca

A trip to the town of Ingapirca is easily one of the highlights of a trip to Cuenca Ecuador. In the outskirts of the town you can find the magnificent archeological site that is the Ingapirca Ruins. At the Ingapirca ruins you can see an amazing Inca wall and a circular temple which were constructed without the use of mortar.

If you travel to the ruins on Friday, you can also catch a small market that sells Inca artifacts imitations. Ingapirca is located 20 miles north of Cuenca Ecuador. Take highway 35 (north) towards Uculoma (around 40 minutes drive).

Town of Gualaceo

The town of Gualaceo, located 15 miles east of Cuenca’s city center, is a beautiful charming town worth adding to the itinerary. You can take a stroll along Gualaceo’s riverfront and soak in the breathtaking scenery and charming landmarks.

Town of Azogues

The town of Azogues is another charming town worth adding to the itinerary of places to visit in Cuenca Ecuador.

Azogues ( just on the outskirts of Cuenca) features a couple of museums as well as the Cojitambo Archeological site where you can see stone terraces from the Inca period.

Things to do in Cuenca Ecuador: Shopping

Just like the rest of Ecuador Cuenca is a shopper’s paradise when it comes to handmade arts and crafts. Rather than shopping malls, you’ll find a range of charming stores selling items such as the popular Panama hat.

However, for the best shopping experience, head to the town of Gualaceo. On Sundays, this charming town becomes alive with a traditional market filled with local vendors selling all kinds of handmade goods such as bags and beautifully crafted jewelry.

Things to do in Cuenca Ecuador: Nightlife & Entertainment

The nightlife in Cuenca Ecuador is on the quiet side and it consists mainly of small bars and salsa venues such as Table Salsa & Son and La Mesa Salsoteca (both along Gran Colombia) where you can enjoy a bit of salsa.

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‘El Sagrario’ district, along Gran Colombia Street, is where you will find many of these charming bars.

Things to do in Cuenca Ecuador: Events & Festivals

Azogues Carnival

The Azogues Carnival, held in Azogues, is one of the most popular events in Ecuador and features beautiful parades with flamboyant floats reminiscent of the carnival in Sao Paulo Brazil.

Azogues is located 12 miles northeast of Cuenca (around 30 minutes drive along highway 35, which is also known as La Panamericana.

Cuenca Corpus Christi Fest

Cuenca Corpus Christi Fest, held in June, is one of the most important and popular events in Cuenca and runs for seven days. The event features pilgrim processions, live entertainment and amazing firework displays.

Cuenca Independence Day

Cuenca Independence Day, held in November, is a four day event that commemorates the city’s independence. At the event you can enjoy traditional Ecuadorian music and dances as well as sample fine dishes.

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The city of Chiclayo, located north of Trujillo Peru, is one of the largest cities in Peru and one of the most hospitable and friendly cities in the country.

Must do things in Peru

If you are traveling to Chiclayo Peru for the first time, the main draw of the city is the Tucume pyramids and the Historic Pomac Forest where you can find the pyramid where Lord Sipan remains were discovered.

Things to do in Chiclayo Peru: Outdoor Activities

Pyramids of Tucume Tour

Exploring the pyramids of Tucume is one of the most popular things to do in Chiclayo Peru.

The Tucume pyramids (and all the pyramids found in Peru) differ from those found in Cairo Egypt in that the Tucume pyramids are made of adobe and resemble more like mountains.

The area around Tucume is actually home to over twenty pyramids and a museum where you can see pottery objects and mosaics recovered from the pyramids.

Four of the most popular pyramids (Huacas) include:

* Long Pyramid (Huaca Larga)
* Pyramid One (Huaca 1)
* Pyramid Balsas (Huaca Balsas)

If you are planning to check out this area or explore the outskirts of Chiclayo, it’s a good idea to book a tour guide from one of the agencies in the city, just for the local knowledge and expertise.

Hiking & Bird watching

If you bird enthusiast or simply want to explore Peru’s natural scenery, the Historic Pomac Forest (Bosque Historico del Pomac) is home to a bird sanctuary where you can spot many different types of species.

The Historic Pomac Forest is also home to a few important pyramids such as the Parrot Pyramid (Huaca del Loro) which is the pyramid where Lord Sipan was discovered.

The Historic Pomac Forest is located near the Tucume Pyramids. To reach the Forest, you need to take the route towards Ferreñafe on the way to Pitipo.

The Tucume pyramids are located 16 miles north of Chiclayo's city center (around 60 minutes by car).

Surfing

If you are looking to spend time at the beach and enjoy a bit of surfing, Pimentel Beach Town is one of the best places where you can do this. Here, you can also see and enjoy a ride on the famed ‘Caballitos de Tortora’ (Reed boats) found in Trujillo Peru.

Pimentel Beach Town also features a few sea-side restaurants and a pier where you can walk along and enjoy lovely views of the ocean.

Things to do in Chiclayo Peru: Places of Interest

Lambayeque District

Royal Tombs of Lord Sipan Museum (Museo Tumbas Reales del Señor de Sipán‎)

The Royal Tombs of Sir Sipan Museum, adjacent Bruning Arqueological Museum, is one of the top museums in the country where you can see relics and precious objects of Lord Sipan as well as ancient Peru. Items include gold collars, earrings, and statues of Lord Sipan.

Bruning Archeological Museum (Museo Archeologico Nacional Bruning)

The Bruning Museum is located near the Royal Tombs of Lord Sipan Museum and offers a beautiful inside into ancient Peru’s craftsmanship. The museum features pottery objects and ceramic items.

University of Lambayeque

The University of Lambayeque is located near the Bruning and Sipan Museums and it is worth checking out. You can take a lovely stroll around the University grounds and check out some of the buildings there.

Modelo Market: Witch Market

If you are interested in alternative medicines, a visit to the city’s very own witch market is one of the most popular things to do in Chiclayo Peru.

The Witch market, which is part of Modelo market (Mercado Modelo), sells all kinds of medicinal herbs said to have healing powers.

Main Park (Parque Principal)

The Main Park, located on Elias Aguirre Street, is the focal point in the city center and it is an ideal stop from a long day touring the city center.

You can seat at the park benches and do some people watching while recharging you batteries.

St. Mary Cathedral (Santa Maria Cathedral)

St. Mary Cathedral, located adjacent the Main Park, is architecturally one of the most beautiful cathedrals in Peru featuring a lovely creme exterior. Once inside, you can appreciate the high ceilings and Doric columns.

Things to do in Chiclayo Peru: Shopping

The Modelo market is one of the best places in Chiclayo where you can start souvenir hunting.

Apart from medicinal herbs at the Witch market, the Modelo market sells many wooden figurines, fancy stones and shells, bags and pottery items which can make an ideal souvenir present.

For a retail experience, the Real Plaza complex (Royal Square) is home to hundreds of small stores, a food court and a cinema (cine planet) where you can watch the latest movie releases.

Things to do in Chiclayo Peru: Sports

If you are a football enthusiast, you can see a game of football on Saturdays at one of the stadiums located in the area.

In Chiclayo center, you can find the Carlos Castaneda Stadium on Bolivar Street; and the Elias Aguirre Stadium on Paseo del Deporte Avenue.

In the Lambayeque district, you can find the Estadio Municipal (Municipal Stadium).

Apart from the entertainment factor, experiencing a game of football is also a great way to soak in a bit of Peruvian culture and learn how the locals interact with each other.

Things to do in Chiclayo Peru: Nightlife & Entertainment

The night scene in Chiclayo consists of small bars, clubs and outdoor terraces where you can enjoy a pleasant drink. For instance, the area around Parque Principal (Main Park) is home to many bars with outdoor terraces overlooking the park.

The Real Plaza Shopping complex is also another popular hang-out place home many restaurants, bars and a cinema.

The Pimentel Beach Town area is also a nice place where you can enjoy a nice drink or meal on one of the terraces overlooking the ocean.

Things to do in Chiclayo Peru: Events & Festivals

Easter Week

If you planning when to visit the city, Easter time (April) is one of the best times to experience Chiclayo and Peru overall.

Peruvians are very religious people and devoted. During Easter time, you can see street processions where pilgrims carry the statue of Christ.

If traveling to Chiclayo or Peru during Easter time, make sure to book hotel accommodation well in advance.

Monsefu Handcrafts Fair

The handcrafts Fair held in Monsefu in late summer is one of the highlights of Peru and one of the most popular things to do in Chiclayo Peru.

The fair is not far at all from Chiclayo’s city center, six miles south of Chiclayo (around 15 minutes drive).

At the event you can enjoy all kinds of live entertainment such as Marinera dances, and you’ll be able to purchase local handmade craft and art goods.

Stepping Horse Parade

The Stepping Horse parade, held along Parque Principal, is another fun event that you can enjoy in August. At the stepping horse parade you’ll be able to see the famous Peruvian Paso horse and its elegant and synchronized gait.

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The colorful city of Sao Paulo Brazil is sometimes referred to as the New York City of the Americas, which isn't surprising since Sao Paulo is one of the biggest cities in the world!

Sao Paulo Brazil (or Sampa, as it is known locally) is one of the most modern and cosmopolitan cities in South America, so it boasts lots of cultural attractions, a lively nightlife and a ton of international restaurants.

Cultural Attractions in Sao Paulo

If you are traveling to the city for the first time, one of the most popular fun things to do in Sao Paulo Brazil is to take a walking tour of Sao Paulo's neighborhoods such as Bela Vista (Little Italy) and Liberdade (Japantown).


See below for more fun things to do in Sao Paulo Brazil:

Outdoor Attractions

Beaches

Heading to one of the nearby beaches to escape Sao Paulo's busyness is one of the most popular fun things to do during a trip to Sao Paulo Brazil.

One popular beach spot nearby Sao Paulo Brazil, it’s Praia Grande which is only an hour’s drive on the SP-160 highway. The beach offers all kind of water recreational activities such as jet skiing and banana boats.

The Sao Paulo Zoo and Gardens

The Sao Paulo Zoo and Gardens is one of the most popular fun things to do in Sao Paulo, if you are traveling with kids. Apart from visiting the Zoo’s amazing variety of local animals that include toucans and macaws, the zoo is home to beautiful gardens where you can enjoy a relaxing stroll.

The Ibirapuera Park

The Ibirapuera Park, Sao Paulo’s own version New York’s central park, is a beautiful park where you can enjoy a myriad of fun family outdoor activities, as well as visiting a few of the museums located there.

Places of Interest: Top places to visit in Sao Paulo


As mentioned earlier, exploring Sao Paulo's many neighborhoods and museums are other activities you can add to your list of fun things to do in Sao Paulo Brazil. A few must see places in Sao Paulo include:

Liberdade District

Visiting the famed Liberdade district or Japantown is one of the most popular fun things to do in Sao Paulo Brazil.

The district is characterized for being home the largest Japanese community outside Japan, and it is a great place to find delicious eateries and Asian produce.

Ipiranga Imperial Museum

The Ipiranga Imperial Museum, located in Ipiranga Park, is one of the most important museums in Sao Paulo Brazil, and for history buffs this is a must-see attraction.

The museum features paintings, period costumes, photographs and videos that tell visitors more about the history of Sao Paulo.

The Sao Paulo Museum of Art

The Sao Paulo Museum of Art, located on Paulista Avenue, is another interesting stop for those interested in local and international art. The museum hosts a variety of art collections that include African, Brazilian and European art.

Nightlife & Entertainment

Exploring the city's night scene is no doubt, one of the fun things to do in Sao Paulo Brazil. The nightlife hotspots in Sao Paulo are plentiful, though they're spread out all over the city’s neighborhoods.

If you are looking to enjoy nightclubs and prefer a busier night scene, Vila Olimpia district is perhaps one of the most popular places to hang out for clubbers, and it is where you’ll find some of the best nightclubs in Brazil.

Vila Madalena district, in the other hand, is more suited for those of you who want to enjoy a more relaxed night scene, as the district is mostly home to bars and lounges.

Festivals & Events


Attending Sao Paulo's events and festivals is without a doubt, one of the fun things to do in Sao Paulo Brazil. If you're flexible with your travel plans, you could make your trip to Sao Paulo coincide with one of the events below:

Anniversary of Sao Paulo

One of the biggest and most popular events in Sao Paulo is the Anniversary of Sao Paulo held on the 25th of January. During this day, Paulistas commemorate the date the city of Sao Paulo was discovered (1500’s).

The Sao Vito festival

The Sao Vito festival, held in May, is another popular event in Sao Paulo where visitors can soak in some Italian heritage while sampling Italian food and enjoying Italian traditional music.

Fun Things to do in Sao Paulo Brazil: Shopping

Sao Paulo is a shopper’s paradise and grabbing a bargain is undoubtedly, one of the most popular fun things to do in Sao Paulo Brazil for first time visitors.

For those of you interested in hand-made goods and all kinds of crafts, the Liberdade district is also a great place to find a variety of Japanese, Korean and Chinese goods.

Those of you looking to enjoy some retail shopping, the Ibirapuera Shopping Mall is one of the many shopping malls in Sao Paulo where you can find a variety of department stores to choose from.

For a more upscale shopping scene, head to Rua Oscar Freire which located on Paulista Avenue, and it is where you’ll find the popular designer names.

Fun Things to do in Sao Paulo Brazil: Sports

Those of you who are football (soccer) aficionados and even if you are not, should not miss the experience that is watching a football match among Brazilians.

Sao Paulo is also the birth place of famed footballer called ‘Pele’, and those of you who want to see football memorabilia of the famed footballer can do so at the Museum of Football (The Museu do Futebol )

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