Latin America Collection (page 5)

Landscape Blue Agave
The Agave Landscape and Ancient Industrial Facilities of Tequila is a cultural UNESCO World Heritage Site in Mexico. The 35, 019 hectare site is part of an expansive landscape of blue agave

MISSION SAN JUAN, c1899. Aqueduct of Mission San Juan Capistrano in California. Photochrome, c1899

PANAMA: CANAL ZONE, c1910. The Tivoli Hotel at Ancon in the Canal Zone. Postcard, c1910

MAP: UNITED STATES, 1849. A General Map of the United States with the contiguous British & Mexican Possessions: engraved map published, 1849, by Samuel A. Mitchell at Philadelphia

Pair of owl monkeys (Aotus trivirgatus)

El Castillo Mayan Step Pyramid, Chichen Itza
Stone platforms of El Castillo Mayan Step Pyramid, Chichen Itza, Yucatan. UNESCO World Heritage Site

San Miguel de Allende, street
A street of San Miguel de Allende with the church of San Michael Arcangel in the back, the Sna Michael archangel church is the most important landmark in San Miguel de Allende

Vintage car in Trinidad de Cuba
Cuba, Sancti Spiritus Province, Trinidad de Cuba listed as World Heritage by UNESCO, an old Chevrolet car in a street under flamboyant and bougainvillea trees

Rio de Janeiro landscape showing Corcovado, the Christ and the Sugar Loaf, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, South America

AZTEC ROCK CRYSTAL SKULL. Mexico, 15th century

Portrait of Sally lightfoot crab (Grapsus grapsus) on a beach. San Cristobal Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. Tropical East Pacific Ocean

Surfer silhouetted on Guiones Beach where many come to relax and surf at sunset, Playa Guiones, Nosara, Guanacaste, Costa Rica, Central America

Aerial of Barra de Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, South America

Hernan Cortes meets Emperor Moctezuma
3846960 Hernan Cortes meets Emperor Moctezuma by Unknown Artist, (16th century); (add.info.: Hernan Cortes meets Emperor Moctezuma, 8 November 1519)

Two Red-footed booby (Sula sula) perched on branches, Genovesa Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Courtyard and corridor inside neo-classical Church and Monastery of San Felipe Neri, Sucre, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Bolivia, South America

View towards Pinnacle Rock, Bartolome Island, Galapagos, Ecuador
View towards Pinnacle Rock, Bartolome Island, Galapagos, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ecuador, South America

Violet sabrewing hummingbird (Campylopterus hemileucurus) male hummingbirds territorial fight at dawn, Turrialba, Costa Rica

Couple dancing tango on Caminito Street, La Boca, Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina, South America

Coast of Miraflores District, Lima, Peru, South America

Farol da Barra, lighthouse, Salvador, State of Bahia, Brazil, South America

Lacerda Elevator at dusk, Salvador, State of Bahia, Brazil, South America

View through window of the ancient lost city of the Inca, Machu Picchu, Peru, South America with llamas in the distance

Resplendent Quetzal feather detail (Pharomachrus mocinno), Costa Rica

Independence of Argentina. Belgrano, Manuel (1770-1820)
Independence of Argentina. Manuel Belgrano (1770-1820). Argentine military. The first flag of Argentina presented to the revolutionary army by General Belgrano on February 27, 1812. Colored engraving

Puerto Rico, San Juan, Fort San Felipe del Morro, Watch towers and ocean

An aerial view of Sea Lion Island, Falkland Islands, South America

Mexico, ancient map, lithograph, published in 1877
Ancient map of Mexico. Lithograph, published in 1877

Street in La Antigua Guatemala, Antigua Guatemala, Sacatepequez, Guatemala, Latin America
La Antigua Guatemala is city in the central highlands of Guatemala famous for its well-preserved Spanish Mudejar-influenced Baroque architecture as well as a number of spectacular ruins of colonial

Temple of Kukulkan, usually known El Castillo
Temple of Kukulkan, usually referred to as El Castillo ( the castle ), Chichen Itza, YucatAan, Mexico.Image taken outdoors, daylight, some tourists appears on the image

San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Mexico
Beautiful colonial city in central Mexico

The Eva Peron grave in the Recoleta Cemetery, Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina, South America

Interior view of Teatro Colon and its Concert Hall, Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina, South America

City view, Quito, Ecuador, South America

Hammocks for sale, Otovalo craft market, Otovalo, Ecuador, South America

Kuelap, precolombian ruin of citadel city, Chachapoyas, Peru, South America

An ancient pre-Columbian stone carving at San Agustin, UNESCO World Heritage Site, in the south of Colombia, South America

Balcony doors over cityscape, Havana, Cuba

Mexio; Jalisco; Guadalajara, Guadalajara Cathedral at Twilight

Cuba, Havana. Flags wave in the breeze

Cuba, Camaguey. Rooftop view of town from the historical center

Church of Iglesia de San Gabriel, San Pedro Cholula, Puebla, Mexico, Latin America, North America

View of Huayna Picchu and Machu Picchu Ruins, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Peru, South America

Cobblestone street scene, Cusco, Peru, South America

Three Llamas, Sacsayhuaman Ruins, Cusco, Peru, South America

Mountain Viscacha (Lagidium viscacia) perching on rock

Magnificent frigate (Fregata magnificens) Ecuador

Blue and Yellow Macaw (Ara Ararauna), Close-Up

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"Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Latin America: From Olympic Protests to Ancient Civilizations" a region brimming with diverse cultures, historical landmarks, and breathtaking natural wonders. In 1968, the Olympic Games in Mexico City witnessed an iconic moment when American runners Tommie Smith and John Carlos raised their fists in a Black Power salute during the medal ceremonies, highlighting social injustice. Australian Peter Norman stood by them wearing an OPHR badge in solidarity. Diego Rivera's murals at the Ministry of Public Education in Mexico City capture the essence of Latin American heritage. His masterpiece "Day of the Dead" depicts this vibrant Mexican celebration honoring departed loved ones, while "Pre-Columbian Life" showcases the rich history of Zapotec Civilization. Venturing further south to Argentina's Santa Cruz Province, we find Cueva de las Manos (Cave of Hands), adorned with ancient handprints dating back thousands of years. Meanwhile, Panama's Kuna Indians proudly display their traditional molas – intricately designed textiles representing their cultural identity. A glimpse into Cuba's past can be seen through a map printed in the United States around 1900, reflecting its complex relationship with its northern neighbor. Moving on to Ecuador's capital city Quito, Pichincha Volcano stands tall as a backdrop for this bustling metropolis. Nature lovers will be captivated by Brazil's Aquario Natural where an underwater river scene reveals freshwater plants and Tetra fish thriving harmoniously beneath Rio Baia Bonito’s crystal-clear waters. The majestic Harpy Eagle perches high above Soberania National Park in Panama while Piraputanga fish gracefully navigate Aquario Natural’s underwater landscape. No exploration would be complete without visiting Peru’s Machu Picchu – The lost city of the Inca nestled amidst awe-inspiring mountain peaks. This UNESCO World Heritage site is steeped in mystery and showcases remarkable architectural achievements from a bygone era.