Northern Andes
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Chile's far northern regions contain some of the country's wildest scenery. To the east of the Atacama Desert (the world's driest) the Andes mountain chain rises steeply, forming the border with Bolivia and Argentina. Most of the peaks here are volcanic and are the highest in the country, with many volcanos rising above 6000m / approx 20,000ft. Lauca and Isluga National Parks have spectacular views of volcanoes and also protect rare high altitude fauna and flora. The high plains of the altiplano have been inhabited for millenia by the Aymara people, the Spanish colonisers built many quaint churches as they settled the region. Further south the world's highest geyser field can be visited at El Tatio near the popular tourist centre of San Pedro de Atacama.
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Chile's far northern regions contain some of the country's wildest scenery. To the east of the Atacama Desert (the world's driest) the Andes mountain chain rises steeply, forming the border with Bolivia and Argentina. Most of the peaks here are volcanic and are the highest in the country, with many volcanos rising above 6000m / approx 20,000ft. Lauca and Isluga National Parks have spectacular views of volcanoes and also protect rare high altitude fauna and flora. The high plains of the altiplano have been inhabited for millenia by the Aymara people, the Spanish colonisers built many quaint churches as they settled the region. Further south the world's highest geyser field can be visited at El Tatio near the popular tourist centre of San Pedro de Atacama.
High quality photographic prints of Chile with a wide choice of framing options, canvas wrap prints and greeting cards are available. Please visit the Framed Prints page for more details. If you would like a print of any photograph that is not in the gallery please contact James Brunker at magicalandesphotos@yahoo.com A high resolution version of the desired image can easily be uploaded for you.
Please click on an image to see a larger version and description.
All photographic images and text © James Brunker 1999 - 2012. Reproduction or use of images without prior permission strictly prohibited.
El Tatio geysers
El Tatio is at 4,300m / 14,000ft the world's highest geothermal field. The large number of geysers and fumaroles are best seen at dawn when the steam contrasts with the sub-zero high altitude temperatures. They are best accessed from the much visited village of San Pedro de Atacama.
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