South America is a huge continent with many natural wonders. See the list provided, which includes ten amazing places in South America!
10. Atacama Desert, Chile
The desert stretches for 1000 km along the coast of the Pacific Ocean. This is the driest desert in the world. It can boast of plains, volcanoes, geysers and even hot springs! Here is the famous Alma Observatory – after all, it is an ideal place to observe the stars, since there is no air pollution.
9. Perito Moreno, Argentina
Scientists consider the glacier monolithic and it is the most popular tourist destination in Argentine Patagonia. The glacier covers an area of 250 km2 and continues to grow. The glacier has free-standing ice blocks and icebergs, creating beautiful views. The glacier is located in the National Park Los Glaciares and is protected by UNESCO.
8. Titicaca
The largest lake in South America in terms of water volume, is located on the border of Bolivia and Peru. It is high in the Andes – at an altitude of 3,812 meters and is considered the most high-mountainous lake in the world.
7. The Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
The archipelago of volcanic islands is fascinating with its unique nature. Numerous endemic species were studied here by Darwin and had a decisive influence on his theory of evolution. Today, the untouched nature is well preserved and the islands remain one of the most precious natural wonders in the world.
6. Iguazu Falls
The majestic waterfall is located on the border of Argentina and Brazil. It is not very high, but it consists of 275 cascades, which create a huge volume of water falling from a height of 87 meters.
5. The Amazon River
The largest river in the world begins its journey to Peru and then flows through Colombia and Brazil. The Amazon rainforest in Brazil forms the largest tropical forest in the world, inhabited by countless representatives of various species of fauna and flora.
4. Coukenan, Venezuela
It is one of the most beautiful flat-topped mountains in the world. It also boasts a waterfall of 674 meters high, which is the second tallest after the Angel Falls.
3. Angel Falls, Venezuela
Having a height of 807 meters, Angel is considered the highest waterfall in the world. Set amidst the jungle of the Canaima National Park, which is protected by UNESCO, the Angel Falls is one of the most breathtaking natural wonders in all of South America.
2. Canyon Kolka, Peru
Another most popular attraction in Peru is the Colca Canyon. Having 3270 meters in depth, n is one of the deepest canyons in the world. It is also a colorful place where you can see the lush green valleys of Kolka.
1. Aconcagua, Argentina
Rising to a height of 6961 meters, Aconcagua is the highest peak in the world outside Asia. It is located 112 km from the city of Mendoza, and attracts climbers from all over the world.
