Historical relics, architectural and natural wonders, a diverse range of foods and culture, vibrant and colorful cities, and stunning landscapes attract millions of tourists every year to South America. Some of the most visited places in the region are the Amazon Rainforest, Rio de Janeiro, Salvador, Florianópolis, Isla Margarita, Natal, Buenos Aires, São Paulo, Cuzco, Lake Titicaca, Patagonia, Cartagena and the Galápagos islands. Machu Picchu in Peru, also known as the “city in the sky” is an Inca empire site said to be an old estate of the Inca Emperor Pachacuti. It is one of South America’s most hallowed historical sites. The nature of South America is also one of a kind. Angel Falls in Venezuela is the world’s largest waterfall, the Amazon River is the largest river on earth, and the Andes are the longest mountain range in the world. South America is truly one of the most bio-diverse regions on earth.