Natural Landmarks in South America

Nestled amidst the towering peaks of the Andes Mountains lies the enchanting Colca Valley, a place of unparalleled beauty and cultural richness. Deep within this valley, the Colca Canyon stands as a testament to nature's awe-inspiring power, carved over millennia by the relentless force of the Colca River. This magnificent canyon is one of the world's deepest and most breathtaking natural wonders.

Nestled in the province of Corrientes in northwestern Argentina lies the breathtaking ecosystem known as the Iberá Wetlands, or Esteros del Iberá. This expansive wetland marvel unfolds as a mosaic of marshes, swamps, bogs, lakes, and lagoons, creating one of the most significant freshwater reservoirs on the South American continent.

The Strait of Magellan is a sea route in southern Chile separating mainland South America and the Tierra del Fuego archipelago to the south. Tierra del Fuego, shared by Chile and Argentina, is further divided in the south by the east-west Beagle Channel.

Valdés Peninsula in Patagonia features significant biodiversity, including highly fragile terrestrial and marine ecosystems. The dynamic coastal zone features rocky cliffs, shallow bays, coastal lagoons, and small islands. It is both a Biosphere Reserve and World Heritage Site.

Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park, Chile's first, is named in honor of Vicente Pérez Rosales, a revered Chilean politician and diplomat. It encompasses an expansive area within the Lakes Region of the Chilean Andes and is renowned for its breathtaking and diverse landscapes. It hosts the iconic Lake Todos Los Santos and the Petrohué Waterfalls, surrounded by Valdivian temperate rainforests, a sanctuary for numerous plant and animal species.