The Life and Strange Surprising Adventures of Robinson Crusoe of York, Mariner: Who lived Eight and Twenty Years, all alone in an un-inhabited Island on the coast of America, near the Mouth of the Great River of Oroonoque; Having been cast on Shore by Shipwreck, where-in all the Men perished but himself. With An Account how he was at last as strangely deliver’d by Pyrates. Written by Himself, or simply Robinson Crusoe, is a novel by Daniel Defoe. Robinson Crusoe Island, that has inspired this masterpiece of classic novel, is uninhibited island located in Juan Fernandez archipelago some 400 miles (570 km) off the coast of Chile, which is right in front of port of Valparasio. The island is also known as Juan Fernandez, the island is pretty  [...]

Rio de Janeiro, when translated into simple English means the ‘River of January.’ This popular Brazilian city is commonly referred to as ‘Rio.’ Rio is also the capital of the state of Rio de Janeiro, besides, the Rio de Janeiro is also ranked as the second largest amongst all Brazilian cities. The city is also, without a shadow of a doubt, the ‘Fun Capital of the World.’ The city also has another distinction of being the third largest metropolitan area in the entire South American region. The Rio de Janeiro is ranked amongst the best in the world in terms of tourist attractions. The city has a rich history as well, the city used to be the capital of Brazil during the Portuguese colonial era from 1763 to 1815 followed by the period  [...]

When it comes to whitewater rafting, the South American nation of Argentina offers some spectacular opportunities. The country offers abundant chances for adventurous water sports lovers ranging from grade II to grade IV opportunities. Let’s go through some of the popular sites of the nation in brief. One of the most popular routes in the country is the spectacular Rio Mendoza, which cuts through some beautiful mountains and offers scintillating views from the waters. The Rio Mendoza offers opportunities in grades III and IV. This river is part of the Mendoza province and played host to the 2008 Pan-American Rafting Championships. The races were conducted on the Upper Mendoza River, which begins at 2600 m.a.s.l. and is breathtaking as it  [...]

Among the attractions of Peru, a South American Country facing the Pacific Ocean is the 43-kilometers Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. With mountains, Andean Valleys, tropical forests and the Inca ruins along the Urubamba River, an Amazon tributary, this trail pulls history- lovers and adventurers from all over the world. How to reach The City of Cusco is the access point to the trail. You can either tour the trail on a train or explore the area on a 4-day hike. Reaching Cusco is convenient as the cities in Peru are well-connected by flights, as well as bus and railways. Best Time to Visit Inca Trail The months from May to September are the best time to hike the trail as the rest of the months are wet. The Trail is closed in February. Inca Trail  [...]

The Pinturas River Canyon and Hands Cave are situated in Patagonia in Argentina’s Santa Cruz province. These places are housed within the Francisco P. Moreno National Park and are located some 163 km south of the major town of Perito Moreno. The Hands Cave or locally known as Cueva de las Manos and the Pinturas or Rio Pinturas were declared as UNESCO world heritage sited in 1999. The main reason for such an honor was attributed to the fact that the area signified the testimonies of pre-historic hunters, who occupied the place some 10,000 years ago. The main cave is around 24 meters in depth and the entrance is some 15 meters wide and 10 meters in height. The caves have stenciled outlines of human hands and the total number of such outlines  [...]

Huancayo is a town in Mantaro Valley in Junin Region in Peru. It is 3,240 meters above the sea-level. Best time to visit Huancayo You can make a trip here at anytime of the year though the dry months from November to March are when most of the tourists visit Peru. How to reach Huancayo There are trains from Lima – Peru’s Capital to Huancayo. The journey takes about seven hours through a scenic route.  The cities and towns in Peru are well-connected by buses too. Huancayo Attractions Following are some of the attractions in Huancayo. Parque de la Identidad Wanka: This small park has lots of stone works, sculptures and native flora, mosaic buildings and pathways and in the centre is a replica of mate Burilado. The park is also a place to  [...]

The Iguazu waterfalls are without a shadow of a doubt amongst the best places of the world. This statement is proved by the fact that most honeymooners choose the waterfalls to mark the beginning of their new life together. It’s a different thing all together whether a couple can afford the place though, however, it is a known fact that most people have Iguazu right at the top of their priority list. The waterfalls are ranked as the largest and amongst the best in the world. The Iguazu Falls were also short-listed as a contender for the New 7 Wonders of Nature. The Iguazu Falls are at a very interesting spot, they lie at the point where the nations of Argentina, Brazil and Paraguay meet. These waterfalls are made of a staggering 275 falls  [...]

If you are looking for an adventure at a place which boasts of lush greenery and scenic views then you need to visit Yungas in the South American nation of Bolivia. The place is situated in close proximity to the major city and administrative capital of La Paz and the Andes highlands. The area of the Yungas forest is very diverse and varies as per different locations. There are thick forests in the lowlands, besides there are also green montane moist forests and cloud forests. There area also boasts of a variety of terrains. The area is mostly made of valleys and fluvial mountain trails along with streams. The terrain is mostly rugged. The habitats of the land also change with elevation as a result of the changing latitude. Even thought the  [...]

The Talampaya National Park is located in Argentina’s city of La Rioja, which is also the headquarters of the nations’ La Rioja province. This place became a provincial reserve in the year 1975 and later was designated a national park in 1997. Three years later in 2000, the Park became a World Heritage Site of UNESCO. Spread over an area of 2,150 sq km, the park is situated at an altitude of 1500 m above the sea level and it is located at a distance of some 217 from the main La Rioja city. The reason why the Talampaya National Park was incorporated into the nations National Park system owes to the fact to its conservationist significance and huge tourism potential. After all these years, the authorities can claim their move was successful  [...]

At about 214 kilometers to the southwest of the Peruvian City of Piura, in the Northern Andes region here, is the isolated town of Huancabamba. Best time to visit Huancabamba The drier months from April to November are the best time to explore Huancabamba. How to reach Huancabamba The cities in Peru are well-connected by buses. Huacabamba is at an 8-hour ride by bus from Piura. Huancabamba Attractions Best know for the Shamans who live higher up the mountain, the town can be a good base to explore the region. You will be immersed in the charms of this remote town as soon as you set off for it from Piura. The buses halt now and then for you to soak in the beauty of the landscape. The ride is bumpy and adventurously mountainous, curving around  [...]