South America

South American cuisine reflects the continent’s dramatic geography— from the high Andes to the Amazon rainforest and coastal Caribbean— where indigenous traditions blend with Spanish, African, and immigrant influences to create vibrant and flavorful food cultures.

Kaieteur Falls

Potaro River, Kaieteur National Park, Guyana

Northern South America is located near the Caribbean Sea and has a warm, tropical climate. Many regions have rainforest, rivers, and coastal cities. Countries in this region include Columbia, Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname, and French Guiana.

Machu Picchu

Cusco Region, Peru

Western South America is home to the Andes Mountains, the longest mountain range in the world. This region has high mountains, cool climates, and important historical sites like Machu Picchu. Countries in this region include Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Chile.

Christ the Redeemer

Corcovado Mountain, Rio de Janeiro, Brazi

Southern and Eastern South America includes large cities with diverse landscapes like rainforest amd grasslands. The Amazon Rainforest and famous landmarks like Christ the Redeemer are found here. Countries in this region include Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, and Brazil.