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Latin & South American

Discover the rich cultures of Latin & South American History, from ancient civilizations to modern-day republics.

Discover the Contrasting Houses of Frida Kahlo and Leon Trotsky
Discover the Contrasting Houses of Frida Kahlo and Leon Trotsky

Artist Frida Kahlo and Russian revolutionary Leon Trotsky once lived just blocks apart. Today, their Mexico City homes are museums showcasing their overlapping histories.

Mompox: The Town That Inspired Gabriel García Márquez’s Magical Realism
Mompox: The Town That Inspired Gabriel García Márquez’s Magical Realism

Once the scene of some of Colombia’s most important events but now lost among remote swamps, Mompox feels as surreal as a García Márquez novel.

Puebla: Where Mesoamerican and Spanish History Collide
Puebla: Where Mesoamerican and Spanish History Collide

Puebla brims with a history that stretches over several millennia. It boasts an ancient pyramid, independence-era forts, and two beautiful colonial centers.

Mexican Muralism: Defining a Nation’s Post-Revolution Identity
Mexican Muralism: Defining a Nation’s Post-Revolution Identity

Muralism helped to shape Mexican post-revolutionary identity by highlighting political action in an art form accessible to a broader population.

The 10 Best Places to Visit in Argentina for History Buffs
The 10 Best Places to Visit in Argentina for History Buffs

Discover the best places to visit in Argentina to soak up its history, landscape, wine, food, and irresistible joie de vivre.

8 Best Places to Visit in Colombia for History Buffs
8 Best Places to Visit in Colombia for History Buffs

From ancient civilizations through to the trials of colonization — these sites in Colombia offer a comprehensive overview of the country’s storied past.

10 Archeological Gems of South America (That Are Not Machu Picchu)
10 Archeological Gems of South America (That Are Not Machu Picchu)

Within the astonishing natural landscapes of South America lies a world of archeological treasures worth exploring.

When War Became Sport: The History of the Mesoamerican Ballgame
When War Became Sport: The History of the Mesoamerican Ballgame

Competition is at the heart of all sports. In the case of the original American ball game, it was a competition for more than just athletic ability.