Travel to South America and you will find yourself in natural magnificence.
The fourth largest continent of the world, South America comprises about 12% of
the world's land area. Because of its tropical climate, you should bring a cap
or a hat when traveling this part of the world. A sturdy pair of comfortable
shoes is also necessary as there will be a lot of nature-tripping and hiking
involved.
Among the nations on the itinerary of South American travelers are:
Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay,
Venezuela, Guyana of the United Kingdom, Suriname of the Netherlands and French
Guiana.
Notorious for its natural land and water resources, travelers in South
America will certainly fall in love with its mountain ranges, falls and lakes.
One of the most renowned falls in the region is the Angel Falls, reputed to
be the tallest in the world. Situated in the southeastern part of Venezuela, the
falls drops at 3212 feet from the mesa of Auyántepuí, which is found in the
Guiana Highlands. Baptized after its discoverer, James C. Angel, the waterfall
holds a enchantment that few travelers in South America can resist.
Another famous travel spot in South America is the Iguacu Falls, also called
the Iguazu Falls, which is located between Argentina and Brazil. Ascending at
200 feet, it is separated by a rocky cliff and island. One of its captivating
features is the way the water merges into one fall during the wet season and
separates into two during the dry season.
Lake Titicaca in Peru and Bolivia is another location to visit while
traveling to South America that should be on the must-see list of any tourist.
It is the largest lake in South America with its width of 56 kilometers and
depth of 174 feet. It is also the world's highest navigable lake, becoming a
major transportation joining Peru and Bolivia. Other lakes that travelers in
South America should notice are the Lake Poopo in Bolivia; Argentino and Nahuel
Huapi in Argentina and the Valencia in Venezuela.
Another notorious body of water in South America is the Orinoco River Delta,
which can be found in Venezuela, near the Atlantic Ocean. It is the longest
river in the region measuring about 2560 kilometers.
Sturdy shoes are a must if travelers want to visit the Andes mountain ranges
in South America. measuring about 7200 kilometers long, it is one of the longest
mountain ranges in the world. South American travelers should also see the
Aconcagua peak, which lies in Argentina. The Aconcagua peak is the tallest
mountain in the western hemisphere, rising at a sheer height of 22,834 feet.
In addition to land and water resources, traveling to South America also
gives travelers a view into some of the most unique creatures in the world.
Llamas, for instance, can be found in packs at plateaus called antiplano, which
stretches from Bolivia to Peru. These animals provides meat, milk and wool.
The tapir, which can be found in the forests and grassy areas of South and
Central America as well as in Asia, are nocturnal animals with short legs and
flexible snout, which they use to roll up leaves and other vegetations. However,
the species found in the Andes and Panama are now nearly extinct.
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