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= The Bolivian Altiplano =

The Altiplano (means high plains is Spanish) is located in the Andes Mountains and occupies part of Peru, Chile, Bolivia, Argentina, and Ecuador (4). It is a stretch of flat land that rests at about 14,000 ft. in the Andes. The Bolivian altiplano was once a valley, but over time valley filled up with debris that had been washed down from surrounding mountains (5). It was once home to the Incas, who used to mine for gold and silver (6). There are also many Incan ruins in the altiplano. The Bolivian altiplano is also home to a few small villages, but it is a very harsh climate to live in. many tourists visit the altiplano each year for its spectacular views.

Llamas grazing in the altiplano. The Cordillera Real moutain range can be seen from the Bolivian altiplano.  Southern region of the altiplano