Many travelers don't realize it, but South America is home to some of the most breathtaking islands in the world. While the continent is often celebrated for its vibrant cities, dramatic mountains ...

A new map of the South Orkney Islands has been ... Peninsula and 1250km south-east of South America. The British research station on Signy Island and the Argentine research station on nearby ...

Save guides, add subjects and pick up where you left off with your BBC account. South America is in both the Northern and Southern Hemisphere, with the Equator running directly through the continent.