Discover the rich cultures of Latin & South American History, from ancient civilizations to modern-day republics.
The Somoza family ruled Nicaragua for decades until a revolution toppled their regime in 1979. But the victorious Sandinistas quickly faced a powerful new enemy.
Combining ancient traditions with modern-day beliefs, the best cultural festivals in South America are incomparable history lessons. They are also exceptionally fun!
The United States occupation of Haiti (1915-1934) was driven by strategic, economic, and colonial interests, aiming to control the Caribbean and protect regional US influence.
Between 1980 and 1992, a civil war raged in El Salvador. Who were the key players, and what were they fighting for—or against?
South and Latin America have some of the world’s most renowned museums. It’s also home to some of the strangest museums with unique collections found nowhere else.
The Brazilian religious landscape emerged from a unique blend of African, Indigenous, and Catholic beliefs, forming syncretic traditions that are a symbol of cultural resistance.
Chilean independence was won by Bernardo O’Higgins, a man with a distinctly Irish last name.
Colombia possesses an abundance of historic towns that showcase the beauty of Spanish-American architecture. Some of the best can be found in little known places.