Europe is a continent where centuries of history, diverse cultures, and striking landscapes are woven together. From the snowy peaks of the Alps to the sun-soaked shores of the Mediterranean, each region offers its own distinct character and traditions.
In northern Mexico, it is the capital of Chihuahua State and known most for the hairless dogs that bear the same name. Pancho Villa operated out of the surrounding mountains. It is a major mining and cattle raising center. The smelting plant employs many of the citizens.
Ouidah is a coastal city in southern Benin, situated between the Atlantic Ocean and a network of lagoons and wetlands. It is one of the country’s most historically significant destinations and is known for its connections to the Atlantic slave trade, religious traditions, and cultural heritage.
Aitutaki is the second most visited of the magical Cook Islands and is recommended as a "must see" extension of any Rarotonga holiday. This is a place of great natural beauty and tranquility, where crystal clear waters and swaying palms provide a simple tonic to sooth away the pressures of the outside world.
A very clean and European city south of Sao Paulo, it was the center for Polish, German, Italian and Russian immigration in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
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La lagune Esmeralda
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Magellanic Woodpecker
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Argentina shares half of this island territory in the South Atlantic Ocean with Chile. It's a place of oil derricks, sheep, glaciers, wind and waterways. Ushuaia and Río Grande are the two main towns; awesome scenery, wild walks and fishing are the island's main attractions. Argentina's only coastal national park comprises rivers, lakes, forests and glaciers, with great trekking and wildlife-spotting opportunities.
Other Popular Destinations in Argentina
Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires, the vibrant political and cultural capital of Argentina, has become an enticing destination for many travelers and a must-see destination in South America. Founded in the sixteenth century by Spanish explorers, Buenos Aires has since developed its own unique flair.
Iguazu
Situated in the Parque Nacional Iguazú near Puerto Iguazú, these spectacular falls lie just east of the confluence of the Iguazu and Paraná rivers. At least 5000 cubic m of water per second plunge the 70m into the abyss below.