The following links will help you explore the Web for additional information on Latin America.
- Free Trade Area of the Americas
Proposed to take effect in 2005, the Free Trade Area of the Americas (FTAA) would eliminate or reduce trade barriers throughout the western hemisphere. Opposed by groups who believe that FTAA benefits the United States at the expense of Latin American countries, it is championed among governments and business leaders as necessary to the economic health of the region. This site links to each of the 34 countries likely to join the free-trade zone, as well as to affiliated international organizations.
- Welcome to Brazil
Enter into Sergio Koreisha's loving glimpse into the largest country in Latin America. This site includes a virtual tour of Brazil as well as links to vital statistics, celebrity news, satellite images and more. A fun alternative to traditionally dry sources of geographic information about the region's leading producer of coffee beans and quality soccer players.
- Chile's University System
Hosted by the Computer Sciences Department of the University of Chile, this site features a map of the national university system and links to other sites regarding government, law, news, science, and tourism.
- Geographia: Argentina
Geographia.com is an online magazine highlighting the physical beauty, history, and culture of countries worldwide. Along with an overview of different regions of Argentina, this site features specific locales. Within each of these regions is a map of the area, with information on points of interest. Following the threads provided for each region, one can obtain more detailed information about the various provinces in each region, its economy, people, and culture.
- Lonely Planet: Bolivia
Publisher of travel guidebooks, atlases, and television shows, Lonely Planet hires contract authors to trek the globe, take cool photographs and write about their experiences. It also donates a percentage of sales to development projects worldwide. This site provides a map and slideshow of Bolivia but also gives lifesaving advice regarding personal and national security issues to travelers.
- Complete Costa Rica
This library links to dozens of sites regarding Costa Rica, the oldest democracy in Central America. This coastal country is also famous for its eco-tourism so navigate the site for impressive maps and photos.
- The Panama Canal
One of the greatest building projects of the 20th Century, the Panama Canal was built by the United States to facilitate U.S. shipping in the Western Hemisphere. Now owned and operated by Panama, the Canal continues to generate huge revenue from its tolls and it remains crucial to international commerce. This site provides detailed statistical and analytical information as well as a photo gallery and a live camera.
