Situated 1000m-above sea level, deep in a mountain valley, the Honduran capital of Tegucigalpa is not, at least on first impression, the most welcoming city. The winding, narrow streets are thick with motorized traffic, and the sidewalks full to the gills with shoppers and loafers.
The capital of the Dominican Republic is a must see for every traveller with its great historical tours. A good place to start is the oldest street - Calle de las Damas, which passes the Cathedral of Santa Maria and the National Pantheon.
The largest city in South America and the economic capital of Brazil, Sao Paulo, is a diverse city with arts and entertainment to rival any capital city. There are several interesting neighbourhoods to take in, including those with Italian, Chinese and Arabic influences.