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COUNTRY INFORMATION

In this section, you will be able to find information such as history, culture, geography, and cuisine, for each of the countries that Radar Tours offers. Learn more about each country, enjoy the "Fun Facts" section, or browse our huge image gallery... since an image is worth a thousand words.

Chile Info
Within Chile you will find the world's driest desert, gorgeous wine vineyard, and exclusive ski destinations. The majestically snow-capped Andes provide an ever-present backdrop to much of the scenery.
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Mexico Info
Mexico's cultural wealth is evidenced by UNESCO's recognition of 24 World Heritage Sites in the country for their exceptional and universal cultural or natural importance. Mexico ranks first in the Americas and eighth worldwide in number of World Heritage Sites.
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Argentina Info
Argentina is the second-largest country in South America, home to gorgeous natural wonders, charming countryside sceneries, and bustling European style cities.
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Costa Rica Info
Costa Rica is characterized by an impressive scenic beauty, consolidated system of protected areas, social and political stability, high educational levels, and efficient infrastructure and services.
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Peru Info

Known as the cradle of the Inca empire, Peru is rich in culture, history, and natural beauty. Machu Picchu and Cusco come to mind, but in Peru you will also find the Amazon rainforest, gorgeous beaches, and the snow capped Andes mountains.
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Brazil Info
Due to Brazil's continental dimensions, varied geography, history and people, the country's culture is rich and diverse.
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		Fun Facts

Latin America

Argentina:

8^th largest country in the world (1,056,636 sq miles)

Source: WorldAtlas.com

The Amazon River, Brazil/Peru:

Second longest river in the world (4000 miles)

Source: WorldAtlas.com

Lake Titicaca, Peru/Bolivia:

Highest navigable lake

Source: WorldAtlas.com

Brazil:

5^th largest country in the world (3,265,075 sq miles)

3^rd country with most land borders (10 countries)

5^th most populated country (186,112,800 people - 2006 estimate)

Source: WorldAtlas.com

Spanish Language:

4^th most spoken language in the world (399 million people)

Source: WorldAtlas.com

Among World's Most Populated Metropolises:

3^rd - Mexico City, Mexico (21.5 million)

5^th - Sao Paulo, Brazil (19.9 million)

15^th Buenos Aires, Argentina (13.2 million)

Source: WorldAtlas.com

World's Driest Desert:

Atacama Desert, Chile (imperceptible rainfall on a yearly basis)

Source: WorldAtlas.com

Among World's Driest Inhabited Places:

3^rd - Arica, Chile (0.04" of rainfall per year)

4^th - Ica, Peru (0.1" of rainfall per year)

5^th - Antofagasta, Chile (0.2" of rainfall per year)

Source: WorldAtlas.com

World's Wettest Inhabited Place:

Buenaventira, Colombia (267" of rainfall per year)

Source: WorldAtlas.com

Among World's Largest Subtropical Deserts:

7^th - Chihuahua Desert, Mexico (175,000 sq. miles)

Source: WorldAtlas.com

Valdez Peninsula, Argentina:

151 ft below sea level
Source: WorldAtlas.com

Among World's Top Travel Destinations:

8^th - Mexico (18.7 million, in 2003)

Source: WTO

Among America's Top Travel Destinations:

2^nd - Mexico (18.7 million, in 2003)

4^th - Brazil (5.3 million, in 2000)

7^th - Argentina (2.9 million, in 2000)

Source: WTO

Among World's Best Beaches:

Maroma Beach, Mayan Riviera, Mexico

Source: Travel Channel

Most Extraordinary Festival:

Carnaval, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Source: Lonely Planet Blue List

World's Highest Waterfall:

Salto del Angel, Venezuela (3,212 feet)

Source: Merriam Webster's Geographical Dictionary

Most "UNESCO World Heritage Sites" in America:
Mexico - 24 (8th worldwide)
Source: UNESCO WHC

World's Top Cruise Destination:
Mexico - 7.6 million passengers (2004)

World's Largest Carnivore Ever:
The largest carnivorous dinosaur was discovered in Patagonia, Argentina in 1995.

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