http://gosouthamerica.about.com/ Get the latest headlines from the About.com http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hh http://www.about.com/ 118 20 en-us 2013-05-13T12:05:41Z Mon, 13 May 2013 12:05:41 +0000 hourly 1 2000-01-01T12:00+00:00 http://gosouthamerica.about.com/b/2013/05/15/enjoy-cocora-valley.htm <p><img class="aligncenter" src="http://0.tqn.com/h/gosouthamerica/1/H/_/R/2/3120626508_f9aee89380.jpg" alt="Cocora Valley" /><em> </em></p> <p>I have said it many times but the coffee triangle region is one of my favourite areas in South America. It is so unexpected to see such a lush, tranquil place even when the country is brimming with heat in the summer.</p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://gosouthamerica.about.com/b/2013/05/15/enjoy-cocora-valley.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://gosouthamerica.about.com/b/2013/05/15/enjoy-cocora-valley.htm Wed, 15 May 2013 12:32:02 +0000 2013-05-15T12:32:02Z http://gosouthamerica.about.com/b/2013/05/13/argentina-revolution-day.htm <p><img class="aligncenter" src="http://0.tqn.com/h/gosouthamerica/1/H/Z/R/2/7378253576_5ce4bfb173.jpg" alt="argentina flag" /></p> <p>Argentina celebrates May Revolution Day each year on the 25th of the month. It is a very important time, not only for Argentina, but also for South America as this liberation arose during a very important moment in the revolt against Spanish rule. &#160;Spain lost control of Buenos Aires and would eventually lose control of the entire region in South America.</p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://gosouthamerica.about.com/b/2013/05/13/argentina-revolution-day.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://gosouthamerica.about.com/b/2013/05/13/argentina-revolution-day.htm Mon, 13 May 2013 12:05:41 +0000 2013-05-13T12:05:41Z http://gosouthamerica.about.com/b/2013/04/30/manizales-is-the-heart-of-the-coffee-triangle.htm <p><img class="aligncenter" src="http://0.tqn.com/h/gosouthamerica/1/H/Y/R/2/cathedral.jpg" alt="Manizales Cathedral" /></p> <p>Manizales is known as the heart of the coffee region in Colombia, and while that may be true there is so much more to this town than simply coffee. Located in central Colombia, it is a university town and has many attractions you shouldn't miss. While it doesn't have the night life of Bogota or Medellin it is perfect for spending a few quiet days strolling the streets and drinking fantastic brew.</p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://gosouthamerica.about.com/b/2013/04/30/manizales-is-the-heart-of-the-coffee-triangle.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://gosouthamerica.about.com/b/2013/04/30/manizales-is-the-heart-of-the-coffee-triangle.htm Tue, 30 Apr 2013 21:31:02 +0000 2013-04-30T21:31:02Z http://gosouthamerica.about.com/b/2013/04/30/some-of-the-worlds-greatest-ruins-are-in-south-america.htm <p><img class="aligncenter" src="http://0.tqn.com/h/gosouthamerica/1/H/X/R/2/mp.jpg" alt="Machu Picchu" /></p> <p>When newcomers plan their first trip to South America the first place on their mind is Machu Picchu. It's not surprising as it is one of the greatest ruins on the planet but it is not the only one in South America. In fact there are several others throughout the region, all with different histories and legends.</p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://gosouthamerica.about.com/b/2013/04/30/some-of-the-worlds-greatest-ruins-are-in-south-america.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://gosouthamerica.about.com/b/2013/04/30/some-of-the-worlds-greatest-ruins-are-in-south-america.htm Tue, 30 Apr 2013 21:08:32 +0000 2013-04-30T21:08:32Z http://gosouthamerica.about.com/b/2013/04/23/coffee-coffee-coffee.htm <p><img class="aligncenter" src="http://0.tqn.com/h/gosouthamerica/1/H/W/R/2/coffee.jpg" alt="coffee beans" /></p> One of my favourite memories of Colombia was visiting the coffee region. Colombia has a really diverse landscape and I was not prepared for the cool climate and pristine green ...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://gosouthamerica.about.com/b/2013/04/23/coffee-coffee-coffee.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://gosouthamerica.about.com/b/2013/04/23/coffee-coffee-coffee.htm Tue, 23 Apr 2013 09:38:37 +0000 2013-04-23T09:38:37Z http://gosouthamerica.about.com/b/2013/04/22/pereira-colombia.htm <p><img class="aligncenter" src="http://gosouthamericaadmin.about.com/cgi/acme/image/image.cgi?ops=---y------------&#038;file= http://0.tqn.com/d/gosouthamerica/1/0/V/R/2/triangle.jpg&#038;size=18" alt="" /></p> <p>While most travelers often go to Pereira because it is part of the coffee triangle there is so much more to see and do than simply drinking coffee and going out to the fields. With one of the longest bridges in South America, a large zoo and natural history museum there is much to do in Pereira outside the hiking and coffee-related activities.</p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://gosouthamerica.about.com/b/2013/04/22/pereira-colombia.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://gosouthamerica.about.com/b/2013/04/22/pereira-colombia.htm Mon, 22 Apr 2013 15:59:41 +0000 2013-04-22T15:59:41Z http://gosouthamerica.about.com/b/2013/04/20/may-events.htm <p><img class="aligncenter" src="http://0.tqn.com/h/gosouthamerica/1/H/U/R/2/cross.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p>If you did not head down to South America for March to experience Semana Santa, don't worry there are plenty of other important holidays throughout the year - in May alone both Paraguay and Argentina have two very big holidays that you do not want to miss if you are in the region.</p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://gosouthamerica.about.com/b/2013/04/20/may-events.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://gosouthamerica.about.com/b/2013/04/20/may-events.htm Sat, 20 Apr 2013 09:32:34 +0000 2013-04-20T09:32:34Z http://gosouthamerica.about.com/b/2013/04/19/salento.htm <p><img class="aligncenter" src="http://0.tqn.com/h/gosouthamerica/1/H/T/R/2/salento.jpg" alt="salento" /></p> <p>While traveling through Colombia I adored the nightlife of Cali and salsa danced well into the early hours of the morning but has much more to offer than simply salsa and nightlife. &#160;As much fun as I had when I needed a break I went to Salento, which is near the Cocora Valley and is known for its calm and peaceful surroundings.</p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://gosouthamerica.about.com/b/2013/04/19/salento.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://gosouthamerica.about.com/b/2013/04/19/salento.htm Fri, 19 Apr 2013 09:06:38 +0000 2013-04-19T09:06:38Z http://gosouthamerica.about.com/b/2013/04/14/minas-gerais.htm <p><img class="aligncenter" src="http://0.tqn.com/h/gosouthamerica/1/H/S/R/2/minas.jpg" alt="Minas Gerais" /></p> <p>&#160;</p> <p>There are 26 States in Brazil and it can be tricky to keep track of them all but Minas Gerais should be on your list if you like colonial architecture as people flock to&#160;Ouro Preto,&#160;Diamantina,&#160;Tiradentes and&#160;Mariana to view its art and walk the beautiful streets.</p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://gosouthamerica.about.com/b/2013/04/14/minas-gerais.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://gosouthamerica.about.com/b/2013/04/14/minas-gerais.htm Sun, 14 Apr 2013 13:41:05 +0000 2013-04-14T13:41:05Z http://gosouthamerica.about.com/b/2013/04/07/check-out-the-best-restaurants-in-south-america.htm <p><img class="aligncenter" src="http://0.tqn.com/h/gosouthamerica/1/H/R/R/2/fish.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p>While Paris, New York or Hong Kong may be known for their culinary prowess, South America has some world-class restaurants that offer the best of the region's food and tradition with skill that would compete in any country.</p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://gosouthamerica.about.com/b/2013/04/07/check-out-the-best-restaurants-in-south-america.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://gosouthamerica.about.com/b/2013/04/07/check-out-the-best-restaurants-in-south-america.htm Sun, 07 Apr 2013 13:03:51 +0000 2013-04-07T13:03:51Z