Prague: the heart of Europe
It’s very common, when we consider the formation of the European continent, that we think of its disposition of national territories as we know them today. However, Europe is a very complex region, with diverse peoples disputing territories and political sovereignty throughout history.
Lisbon: the history of modernity in the open air
When we think about the events that triggered the development of what we call the modern world, or modernity, an association with the discovery of the new world by Christopher Columbus, in 1492, is always evident, as well as with the development of the spice routes, that followed the African coast, towards the southeast of […]
Isla Negra, Pablo Neruda’s paradisiacal refuge
When we think about South America’s literary canon, a series of authors, writers of romantic fiction, of novels, of poetry come to mind. From Chile, the greatest reference is, certainly, Pablo Neruda.
Salvador, Brazil’s First Capital, is Open Air History
The great northeastern capitals hold a rich part of our national history. Salvador, the first capital of the Brazilian colony, has marks of a period full of contradictions, with incredible esthetics, and of everything that is part of our past: a perfect destination. The city, founded in the mid-16th century, soon became the colonial capital. […]
The Rich Cultural Life in Montevideo, Capital of Uruguay
Uruguay is the country with the best quality of life in South America. Its fewer than four million inhabitants are concentrated mostly in Montevideo, a metropolis that breathes culture in its most diverse aspects: it’s present in history, cuisine, arts, and in several other manifestations.
Urubamba: a special destination of Inca culture
Peruvian tourism is admittedly focused on those interested in Incan history and culture. Urubamba is a destination included in the grand circuit of Machu Picchu, but is also charming for its wealth of artifacts and historical documents about this pre-Hispanic civilization.
