For 2012 the Maya had prophesied the end of the world: On December 21st their calendar should end and with it our civilization. Fortunately, this prediction did not come true, but the Mayan sites have not lost any of their attraction.
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Latin America
South America: The most spectacular festivals
In South America there is also a lot going on at festivals outside the carnival season. Depending on the region, indigenous elements mix with African and Christian ones. Everywhere people celebrate life.
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South America: The best tips for newbies
Since the Olympic Games in Brazil, the fascinating continent of South America has been on everyone’s lips. Great nature experiences and friendly people await you. Find below the best tips for South America newbies.
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South America: The most dangerous animals
Apart from cute exotic animals, less popular species also cavort in Latin America. Although they can become dangerous, they enrich the fauna of the huge continent just like all other animals. Weiterlesen
Survival tips in the jungle
While flying over the Amazon jungle it happens: The glider starts to roll and crashes into the treetops. Now it’s time to keep your nerves and get into the adventure! Because those who do not panic have a particularly good chance of surviving.
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The hottest dances in Latin America
Whether Salsa, Samba or Mambo – these spirited dances to fiery music immediately spread good mood. Whoever wants to learn them needs a feeling for rhythm and a lot of flexibility in the hips. Weiterlesen
Colombia: Gorgeous National Park Los Nevados
Framed by snow-capped volcanic mountains, the Parque Nacional Natural Los Nevados at an altitude of 2,600 to 5,325 meters is a real gem. This is where the Central Cordillera is the highest. Weiterlesen
Cartagena: The most splendid city in Colombia
Cartagena de Indias, a jewel amongst the colonial cities of South America in a dreamlike location on the Caribbean coast, is very popular among travelers to Colombia. The world-famous Colombian writer Gabriel García Márquez dedicated an entire novel to Cartagena in 1985: „Love in times of cholera“.
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Cusco: A mystical place in Peru
Cusco, located at an altitude of over 3,400 meters in the middle of the Andes, is one of the top destinations in South America. Its proximity to Machu Picchu is not the only reason for its fame. It is also said to be the most beautiful and varied Peruvian city. In addition, it has a historical significance that hardly any other city in the southern hemisphere can match. Weiterlesen
Peru: Beautiful national park Manú
With almost two million hectares, the Parque Nacional Manú in the Amazon lowlands is one of the largest rainforest reserves on earth. The park was founded in 1973 to protect its intact ecosystem.
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