Part Three: A List of Popular Tourist Attractions by Continent

            This blog post will consist of the most popular tourist destinations of travel in which study abroad students should strongly visiting throughout South and North America.  In recent years South America has become a hot study abroad spot because of its major wildlife presence and ingrained culture as it is the home to some of the world’s greatest natural beauties.  The wonders found in South America are one of the critical reasons for their first city selection of Olympic Games in the summer of 2016.  On the other hand, although it may be home to some of the world’s most developed nations, North America also offers a variety of amazing natural sites to see for study abroad students.  Regardless, international students will be satisfied with their tour experience on either continent as popular sites to see have been listed below.

-          South America

Amazon Rain Forest-  Brazil;  The largest tropical rain forest in the world is also the home to some of the most exotic wildlife ever seen as students can spend an entire study abroad trip just walking through it.

Macchu Picchu Ruins-  Macchu Picchu, Peru;  The “Lost City” ancient ruins, believed to have been created in the 15^th century by the Incas, are located on the edge of a mountain ridge around 2,500 meters above sea level and a site in which students should make a strong attempt to visit.

 Galapagos Islands-  Is a chain of islands which is located right outside of Ecuador and was home to Charles Darwin when he made the discovery of his theory of evolution.

Iguazu Falls-  Iguazu, Argentina;  These falls otherwise known as “Angel Falls” is absolutely amazing and comparable to the Americas version of Niagra Falls because of their pure beauty and size.

North America

Chichen Itza- Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico; This ancient Mayan ruin contains many aspects of their society with an ancient pyramid, El Castillo, and other remnants of their once great civilization.

Rocky Mountains- Located in the United States and Canada is a mountain chain in which international students can enjoy the scenery along with other activities such as hiking, camping, or skiing.

Grand Canyon-  A deep canyon which was formed by the Colorado River throughout millions of years in the United States and is a natural site to see for study abroad students.

Niagara Falls- Niagara Falls, New York-  These falls are located in both the United States and Canada, but is one of the largest waterfalls in the world.

Hopefully this three part blog post series will be helpful to current or perspective international students as there are many natural and historic wonders that should be visited by everyone.  All that it takes to see these sites is drive and determination as the study abroad experience is truly a once in a lifetime opportunity!