An exhibition devoted to the life (and posthumous taxidermy form) of the last known representative of the Pinta Island Tortoises.

Ecuador’s historic seat of government has been quietly looted in recent decades, and no one knows how or by whom.

Ecuador's first Catholic church was built by Spanish conquistadors in 1534.

A short volcanic hill in Quito doubles as a stellar observation point of an iconic statue.

This huge green space packed with activities will make you forget you're in the middle of the Ecuadorian capital.

Building this tragically pointless stone barrier cost the lives of the prisoners made to build it.

This historic street in Quito is known for its seven stone crosses—and one presidential assassination.

Legend says if this neo-Gothic basilica is ever officially completed, the world will come to an end.

Quito's historic, main square dates back to the 16th century.

A turquoise lake within a volcanic crater.

A swing to dangle you off the very edge.

River raft through rural Colombia’s ancient rock formations, pristine landscapes, and towering waterfalls.

This small bridge serves as a symbol of South America's independence.

A lighthouse marking the northernmost point of continental South America.

This statue pays homage to a group of kids's childhood companion who once called the park home.

A museum showcasing the history of sugarcane with a rich history.

Every Sunday, Bogotá turns 75 miles of its city streets into a bicycle superhighway.

This small city park is best known for the nightly convergence of thousands of shrieking parakeets.

This 16-foot, 6-ton statue in the singer's hometown doesn't actually look like her.

This narrow street is packed with street vendors and bars selling chicha.

What was once the longest suspension bridge in Latin America was directly inspired by the iconic Brooklyn Bridge.

The religious shrine that Pablo Escobar's men would allegedly visit before completing a mission.

Located outside Medellín, this Colombian park focuses on conservation and sustainability.

The entire town looks like a slice of Spain that was carted across the ocean and plunked in the Andes.