The Rough Guide To South America

This guide explores the South American continent in its entirety. It provides practical information including hundreds of critical reviews on the best places to stay, eat and drink plus expert advice on exploring the jungles, deserts, mountains and rivers. There are also maps of every region.

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The Rough Guide to South America explores the continent in its entirety, from the urban hot spots of Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires to the natural beauty of the Amazon Basin and the Andes Mountains. Covering thirteen countries, the Galapagos Islands and Easter Island, and in-depth information on all the major border crossings, the Rough Guide is the ideal companion for those travelling through several countries on one trip. 24 full-colour pages introduce the continent's highlights, including the Inca ruins of Machu Picchu, Rio's beaches and the glaciers of Patagonia. As well as vivid accounts of these and the myriad other attractions, the guide provides invaluable practical information - hundreds of critical reviews on the best places to stay, eat and drink plus expert advice on exploring the jungles, deserts, mountains, and rivers. Finally, there are over 150 maps covering every region and city, all fully referenced to the listings.