Photo Essay: Independence Day Festival in Saraguro, Ecuador
The traditional clothing, culture, and pride of the residents of Saraguro, Ecuador are on full display as they celebrate their Independence Day with food and parades.
Photo Essay: La Diablada Devil Dance Festival in Píllaro, Ecuador
Experience the annual La Diablada Devil Dance Festival in Píllaro, Ecuador where thousands of people welcome the New Year in elaborate costumes.
Photo Essay: Behind the Scenes at Carnaval de Oruro in Bolivia
Carnival in Oruro, Bolivia is a spectacle that requires plenty of behind-the-scenes help from costume makers, makeup artists and more.
Photo Essay: 100 Years of Grandness in Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona
Celebrate the 100th birthday of Grand Canyon National Park with our very best shots plus travel tips to help you go see it all too.
Photo Essay: Big Dreams and Tiny Treasures at the Alasita Market in La Paz, Bolivia
Inside the annual Alasita Market in La Paz, Bolivia where Andean traditions are celebrated and big dreams come in small packages.
Photo Essay: Traditional Andean Textile Weaving in the Cuzco Region of Peru
Warning: after looking at this photo essay about traditional weavers and textiles in the Cuzco region of Peru you may be hooked on this beautiful craft.
Photo Essay: Hummingbird Parade in Ibarra, Ecuador
Check out this assortment of (far) larger-than-life hummingbirds in our photo essay from Ibarra, Ecuador.
Photo Essay: The Colorful and Cultural Fiestas del Cuzco, Peru
Photos and video from the Fiestas del Cuzco including dancers and bands from around Peru as they show off regional costumes, culture, and choreography.