Andes - Wikipedia
WEBThe Andes (/ ˈ æ n d iː z / AN-deez), Andes Mountains or Andean Mountain Range (Spanish: Cordillera de los Andes; Quechua: Anti) are the longest continental mountain range in the world, forming a continuous highland along the western edge of South America.
Andes Mountains | Definition, Map, Plate Boundary, & Location
WEBSep 9, 2024 · Andes Mountains, South American mountain system that contains the highest peaks in the Western Hemisphere. One of Earth’s great natural features, the Andes form an unbroken rampart over some 5,500 miles—from the southern tip of South America to the continent’s northernmost coast on the Caribbean.
12 Most Beautiful Places in the Andes Mountains to Visit
WEBSep 17, 2023 · Here are some of the most beautiful places to visit in the Andes Mountains. These pretty sights and destinations will blow your mind. The whisper of ancient legends, the allure of untouched landscapes, and the promise of adventure – the Andes Mountains beckon with an irresistible pull.
Andes, Antioquia - Wikipedia
WEBAndes is a municipality and town in the Antioquia Department, Colombia. Part of the sub-region of Southwestern Antioquia, it is located on the western Colombian Andes mountain range. Andes was founded on 13 March 1852 by Pedro Antonio Restrepo Escobar.
Andean Region: Modernity and tradition - Colombia Travel
WEBIn the Andes region, you’ll find vast cities, charming villages, and a wealth of ecological diversity. Located in the heart of Colombia, the Andes region is one of the most populated areas of the country.
Andes Mountains - WorldAtlas
WEBOct 26, 2021 · Also referred to as “Cordillera de los Andes” in Spanish, the Andes Mountains is the world’s longest mountain range that stretches for more than 6,999km along the western margin of the South American continent.
South America - Andes, Peaks, Glaciers | Britannica
WEBSep 13, 2024 · South America - Andes, Peaks, Glaciers: The ranges of the Andes Mountains, about 5,500 miles (8,900 km) long and second only to the Himalayas in average elevation, constitute a formidable and continuous barrier, with many summits exceeding 20,000 feet (6,100 metres).
The Colombian Andean Mountains, “The Home of the Condor”
WEBThe Andes is the longest Mountain Range in the world and boasts some of the highest peaks. The massive continental range is born from a single mountain range in the Nariño Department. The area known as the Colombian Massif, or colloquially as “Nudo de Amaguer”, is where the mountain range splits in two.
Andes – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
WEBThe city is a major tourist destination in Peru and is visited every year by around 2 million visitors. Cusco was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1983. (located at 3,310 meters above sea level).
Things to do in the Andes - Journey Latin America
WEBThe Andes are the longest continental mountain range in the world, running all the way from the southern tip of South America to the continent’s northernmost coast on the Caribbean. It features some of the highest peaks in the world and spans seven countries: Argentina, Chile, Bolivia, Peru, Ecuador, Colombia and Venezuela.
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