Patagonia: South America Travel Insights

Torres del Paine National Park has been named the 8th wonder of the world after receiving 5 million votes on VirtualTourist.com from visitors around the world. The park emerged as the winner against 300 entries submitted by over 50 countries in the contest that was…

Patagonian cuisine is as varied as the landscapes themselves. Across Chilean and Argentine Patagonia, travelers encounter fire-roasted lamb, fresh trout, king crab and other seafood, smoked specialties, regional wines, and traditions shaped by Indigenous cultures and generations of immigrants. Some species have found their perfect…

Endemic species are geographically constrained to one particular place on the planet. They often live on islands, though humanity has pushed more than a handful of continent-based animals to an endemic state through hunting and habitat loss. Endemic species are more likely to form in…

According to special edition of National Geographic Magazine, TORRES DEL PAINE National Park was chosen as the 5th most beautiful place in the world. For many, Torres del Paine is probably the world's most spectacular national park. Its unrivaled landscapes of crazy jagged peaks, remarkable…

Spanish name: Locro de Papa Preparation time: 45 minutes to 1 hour. Servings: 4 to 6 Ingredients: Oil or butter -- 1/4 cup Onion, minced -- 1/2 cup Garlic, minced -- 3 to 4 cloves Optional: 2 aji amarillo (yellow chili peppers) to give soup…