Latin America Collection (page 6)

View of the Santa Marta favela (slum community) showing the funicular railway, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, South America

St. Georges Cathedral, one of the largest wooden churches in the world, Georgetown, Guyana, South America

Avenida Paulista, the most famous street in Sao Paulo, Brazil, South America

Floride Street, downtown Buenos Aires, Argentina, South America

People trekking over Colca River Bridge, Colca Canyon, Peru, South America

La Iglesia de la Compania de Jesus, City of Quito, Ecuador, South America

South American camelid, 17th century
South American camelid, 17th-century artwork. There are four main species of camelids in South America. Llamas and alpacas are domesticated, while guanacos and vicunas roam wild

Latin America, Guatemala, Western Highlands, Santiago de Atitlan, Souvenir Textiles
Handmade textiles, Santiago De Atitlan, Western Highlands, Guatemala, Latin America

Central America, Guatemala, Petan jungle, Tikal National Park. Textiles for sale at Tikal visitors center

Two southern elephant seal (Mirounga leonina) bulls rear up and attack to establish dominance, Sea Lion Island, Falkland Islands, South America

Aerial of the beach of Mongagua near Sao Paulo, Brazil, South America

Bridge Kubitschek (JK Bridge), Brasilia, Brazil, South America

Wandering spider eating a frog. Wandering spider (Phoneutria fera) eating a tree frog (Dendropsophus bifurcus) in understory vegetation above a rainforest pond

Blooming wild flowers, Los Alerces National Park, Chubut, Patagonia, Argentina, South America

Downtown Buenos Aires, Argentina, South America

The Sol de Manana geysers, a geothermal field at a height of 5000 metres, Bolivia, South America

Palacio do Governo (Palace of the Government), Praca da Liberdade, Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil, South America

Peppers at Sao Joaquim market, Salvador (Salvador de Bahia), Bahia, Brazil, South America

Beach with islands, Manuel Antonio, Central Pacific Coast, Costa Rica, Central America, December

Americas, Ecuador, Quito. The Equatorial Monument, near Quito, a popular tourst destination, also called the middle of the world

MEXICO: MIXTEC CODEX. Mixtecs coming to worship at a shrine and cross erecting by Spanish missionaries. Engraving after the Codex Porfirio Diaz, early 16th century

MAP: MEXICO. Color engraving, American, c1900

MEXICO: MONTERREY, c1846. Scene at Monterrey, Mexico. Line engraving, 19th century

FOUNDING OF ST. AUGUSTINE. The founding of St. Augustine, Florida, in 1565 by Pedro Menendez de Aviles (center). Wood engraving, American, 19th century

PEDRO de AMPUDIA (fl. 1840). Mexican general. Line engraving, 19th century

Lago Grey, Torres del Paine National Park, Patagonia, Chile, South America

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Battle of Buena Vista during the US-Mexican War, 1847. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th century illustration

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Boat landing at the Chagres River, Panama, a seaport during the California Gold Rush. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Mexico, Guerrero, Ixtapa. Ixtapa Hotels along Playa del Palmar / Dusk

Uruguay, Maldonado Department, Jose Ignacio. Village lighthouse

CUBA, Havana. Mosaic puzzle of the cuban flag in decomposition on a rundown wall

BRAZIL. Barechest man wearing a swimming suit jumping on the sand over the name Brazil written in the sand, jumping towards the sea

View of the City of Quito, taken from the Convent of San Juan, just previous to the late Earthquake (engraving)
1610008 View of the City of Quito, taken from the Convent of San Juan, just previous to the late Earthquake (engraving) by English School

Black-crowned Central American squirrel monkey (Saimiri oerstedii) pair playing with each other, one with hand over eyes of other, Manuel Antonio National Park, Quepos, Costa Rica

Red-and-Green Macaws (Ara chloropterus), feeding at the wall of a riverside clay lick. Blanquillo Clay Lick, Manu Biosphere Reserve, Peru. November

Green turtle (Chelonia mydas) swimming near mangroves, Elizabeth Bay, Isabela Island, Galapagos

Sword-billed hummingbird (Ensifera ensifera) hovering in flight, North-Ecuador

Donkeys and Chimborazo Volcano, Chimborazo Province, Ecuador, South America

Islands and mountains in Tierra del Fuego near Ushuaia, Argentina, South America

Uros Floating Island, Lake Titicaca, Puno Region, Peru, South America

Plaza de Armas, elevated view, Arequipa, Peru, South America

Elevated view of Copacabana beach, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, South America

Landscape Blue Agave
The Agave Landscape and Ancient Industrial Facilities of Tequila is a cultural UNESCO World Heritage Site in Mexico. The 35, 019 hectare site is part of an expansive landscape of blue agave

Mayan ruins of Palenque

The Workers Plaza or Square Including La Cecilia Convention Center (blue building) in Camaguey, Cuba
The landmark is a tourist attraction in the tropical city or urban settlement. There is valuable colonial architecture. It is a meeting place for visitors

Aerial view, Antigua, Guatemala
Elevated view of La Merced Church and the city of Antigua, Guatemala, Volcan de Agua at background. It is probably the most beautiful church in Antigua, it was was finished in 1767

Woman mining salt, Salineras de Maras, Maras Salt Flats, Sacred Valley, Peru, South America

Salineras de Maras, Maras Salt Flats, Sacred Valley, Peru, South America

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"Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Latin America: From Olympic Protests to Ancient Civilizations" a region brimming with diverse cultures, historical landmarks, and breathtaking natural wonders. In 1968, the Olympic Games in Mexico City witnessed an iconic moment when American runners Tommie Smith and John Carlos raised their fists in a Black Power salute during the medal ceremonies, highlighting social injustice. Australian Peter Norman stood by them wearing an OPHR badge in solidarity. Diego Rivera's murals at the Ministry of Public Education in Mexico City capture the essence of Latin American heritage. His masterpiece "Day of the Dead" depicts this vibrant Mexican celebration honoring departed loved ones, while "Pre-Columbian Life" showcases the rich history of Zapotec Civilization. Venturing further south to Argentina's Santa Cruz Province, we find Cueva de las Manos (Cave of Hands), adorned with ancient handprints dating back thousands of years. Meanwhile, Panama's Kuna Indians proudly display their traditional molas – intricately designed textiles representing their cultural identity. A glimpse into Cuba's past can be seen through a map printed in the United States around 1900, reflecting its complex relationship with its northern neighbor. Moving on to Ecuador's capital city Quito, Pichincha Volcano stands tall as a backdrop for this bustling metropolis. Nature lovers will be captivated by Brazil's Aquario Natural where an underwater river scene reveals freshwater plants and Tetra fish thriving harmoniously beneath Rio Baia Bonito’s crystal-clear waters. The majestic Harpy Eagle perches high above Soberania National Park in Panama while Piraputanga fish gracefully navigate Aquario Natural’s underwater landscape. No exploration would be complete without visiting Peru’s Machu Picchu – The lost city of the Inca nestled amidst awe-inspiring mountain peaks. This UNESCO World Heritage site is steeped in mystery and showcases remarkable architectural achievements from a bygone era.