Reaching from Mexico to Argentina and even parts of the Caribbean, the vast span of Latin America has a history as dramatic and diverse as its culture and climate. Here, the remnants of pre-Columbian civilisations rub shoulders with relics of European colonisation, and man-made marvels of engineering and art compete for attention with volcanoes, lakes, rainforests and waterfalls. But how have these places – and their stunning attractions – changed over time?

Click through this gallery to see fascinating then-and-now images of Latin America's most beloved landmarks...