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Aconcagua. The Andes ( / ˈændiːz / 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. The range is 8,900 km (5,530 mi) long and 200 to 700 km (124 to 435 mi) wide ...
6 days ago · 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.
- The Andes Mountains are a series of extremely high plateaus surmounted by even higher peaks that form an unbroken rampart over a distance of some 5...
- Some historians believe that the "Andes" in Andes Mountains comes from the Quechuan word anti (“east”). Others suggest it is derived from the Quech...
- About 250 million years ago, the crustal plates constituting Earth’s landmass were joined together into the supercontinent Pangaea. The breakup of...
- The highest point in the Andes Mountains is Mount Aconcagua, located in the Southern Andes Mountains. Although its peak is in Argentina, its wester...
- The highest altitude in the Andes Mountains at which people have resided permanently is 17,100 feet (5,212 metres; they were shepherds in southern...
Oct 26, 2021 · Learn about the Andes Mountains, the world's longest and highest mountain range outside Asia, that stretches across seven South American countries. Discover its formation, climate, flora and fauna, and cultural and historical significance.
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May 9, 2023 · Learn about the geology, topography, climate, wildlife and regions of the Andes, which span through seven countries along the western coast of South America. Discover the highest peak, Mount Aconcagua, and the best hiking trails in the Andes.
May 29, 2019 · Learn about the Andes, a chain of mountains that extends 4,300 miles along the west coast of South America and includes many of the highest peaks in the Western Hemisphere. Discover the climate, habitats, and wildlife of the three regions of the Andes: the northern, central, and southern Andes.
Discover the diverse and stunning attractions of the Andes Mountains, from ancient ruins to active volcanoes. Learn about the best activities, tips, and practicalities for each destination in this guide.
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1 day ago · Drainage. 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 Venezuelan Andes—the northernmost range of the system—run ...
