Americas

The Walter Roth Museum of Anthropology was established in 1974 and only opened to the public in 1982, making it the oldest museum in the English-speaking Caribbean. The museum is named after Dr. Walter Roth, in recognition of his significant contributions to archaeology.As a non-profit institution, the museum aims to collect, exhibit, and preserve items related to Guyanese culture in order to promote cultural knowledge of Guyana's indigenous peoples. The museum is housed in an elegant wooden building with three floors, reportedly built in 1890. Its collection primarily consists of...

The Dominica Botanical Gardens is located in the suburbs of the capital, Roseau, covering an area of 16 hectares. Renowned in the western hemisphere for its precious and rare flowers, plants, and trees, it is the best botanical garden in Dominica. The construction of the botanical gardens began during the time when Dominica was still a British colony. Planting of various flora started in the garden in 1889, and by 1930, it had become the finest botanical garden in the western hemisphere.However, in 1979, a hurricane destroyed many ancient trees...

El Parque Nacional Campo de los Alisos está ubicado en el sureste de la provincia de Tucumán, Argentina. Fue establecido en 1995 y abarca una superficie de 100 kilómetros cuadrados, con el propósito de proteger el entorno ecológico de los altos Andes y de la selva, preservando la integridad del ecosistema para permitir que la flora y la fauna vivan de forma segura en un ambiente tranquilo.A una altitud superior a 2600 metros, la zona está cubierta de nieve durante todo el año, mientras que en áreas más bajas crece...

Lake Mar Chiquita, meaning "small sea" in Spanish, is semi-circular in shape and located in the northeast of Cordoba Province in central Argentina. It is an inland salt lake, with its northeast part extending to Santiago del Estero Province, forming a natural salt lake.Mar Chiquita is the largest salt lake in Argentina, approximately 80 kilometers long, 24 kilometers wide, and can reach a maximum depth of 34 meters, covering an area of about 2,000 square kilometers. The water source of the lake mainly comes from the Dulce River, with additional...

The Panama Canal connects the Pacific Ocean and the Atlantic Ocean, it is one of the most strategically important artificial waterways in the world, and is also a crucial maritime passage, renowned as one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World and the "Bridge of the World". The construction of the Panama Canal is a massive engineering feat, and to fully understand the history of the canal, one must visit the Panama Canal Museum. The Panama Canal Museum is a non-profit public museum located in Panama City, established in...

The Las Lajas Sanctuary is located in Ipiales, Nariño Department, Colombia, situated in a canyon formed by the Guáitara River. It is the only church in the world built in a valley, named after a type of sedimentary shale rock. Regarded as one of the most beautiful churches in the world, it is a must-visit destination for everyone during their lifetime.Constructed in 1916, the Las Lajas Sanctuary is a Roman Catholic church featuring Gothic Revival architecture. There is an interesting story behind the construction of the church. In 1754, an...

The Conch Shell House is located on Isla Mujeres, Quintana Roo, Mexico, and it is an extremely dreamy building that serves as the biggest attraction on the island. It is the most popular spot on Isla Mujeres, and also the ideal choice for many newlyweds on their honeymoon. Designed and built by the renowned Mexican painter, sculptor, and performing artist Octavio Ocampo, the Conch Shell House is shaped like a beautiful conch shell. Originally intended for Ocampo's own enjoyment and relaxation to create more art in such an elegant small...

Kingston is located on the north shore of Lake Ontario, near the mouth of the St. Lawrence River, and is a small city in the province of Ontario. The city has always been a "contested land of military strategists" and even served as the capital of Canada in 1841, but lost the title of capital due to reasons such as its small size.Kingston is an ancient city in Canada and also a very beautiful waterfront city, with Lake Ontario as its natural backdrop and the St. Lawrence River surrounding the...

Bogota is located on a fertile plateau in the Andes Mountains. It is the capital of Colombia and the capital of Cundinamarca Province. The city is the largest in Colombia and the fastest-developing urban area in South America. Bogota serves as the political, economic, cultural, and tourist center of Colombia, making it a great destination for travelers. Bogota boasts stunning scenery, with its spring-like weather throughout the year and numerous historical sites. Preserving rich historical and cultural heritage, it is often referred to as the "Athens of South America." The...