The document provides information on various jungle attractions located in the regions of Loreto, Madre de Dios, and Amazonas in Peru. It describes several sites offering opportunities for activities like swimming, boating, hiking, and learning about local cultures and wildlife. Some highlights mentioned include the Amazon River, Lake Quistococha tourist center, Belen floating village on the Amazon, Manu National Park known for its biodiversity, and Kuelap fortress built by the Chachapoya people.
Manu National Park is a protected area in southeastern Peru covering 1.9 million hectares divided into three zones. It extends from 300 meters above sea level to 3,800 meters and contains diverse ecosystems ranging from grasslands to rainforests. The park protects important archaeological sites from Inca civilization and is home to a high level of biodiversity, with over 450 plant species and 222 mammal species identified.
This document provides an overview of the physical geography, population, and economy of South America. It describes three subregions: the Andes Mountains, Middle-Latitude South (including Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay), and Brazil. For each country in the Andes (Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Chile), it discusses the physical geography, largest cities, key industries, and some natural attractions. It notes the diversity between coastal and mountainous settlements in the Andes and how countries are diversifying their economies and meeting growing population demands.
natural reserves in ecuador by tania leontania28leon
The document summarizes several important natural reserves in Ecuador, including the Cuyabeno National Park located in Sucumbios province, known for its abundant aquatic vegetation and diverse fauna such as jaguars, monkeys, and dolphins. It also discusses the Yasuni National Park, the largest protected area in Ecuador located among Orellana, Pastaza and Napo provinces, protecting over 1,800 tree species. Finally, it briefly outlines several other reserves in Ecuador highlighting the biodiversity found in each.
La provincia de napo se halla en la región amazónica ecuatorianaVicky Perez
The Napo Province is located in the Ecuadorian Amazon region known for its high biodiversity. It contains breathtaking landscapes like the San Rafael waterfall and forests home to the Quichua people. The province offers opportunities to learn about local customs and admire the wildlife, including spectacled bears, deer, monkeys, and jaguars. Visitors experience the warmth of the people and natural and cultural attractions, making it one of the best tourist destinations in the world.
This document provides summaries of natural wonders from 15 different countries. It discusses landmarks like the Skillful Brown Glacier in Argentina, the red ant in Byelorussia, Lake Titicaca in Bolivia, Sugarloaf Mountain in Brazil, the Danube River in Bulgaria, the Andes Mountains in Chile, the giant panda in China, coffee and jaguars in Colombia, tobacco in Cuba, Cotopaxi volcano in Ecuador, the Iberian lynx in Spain, Machu Picchu in Peru, the Wieliczka salt mines in Poland, the capybara in Uruguay, and Angel Falls in Venezuela. The document concludes that the salt mines are the most amazing of the wonders discussed
The document summarizes information about the Amazon jungle, Bocas del Toro province in Panama, and the Callejon de Huaylas valley in Peru. It describes the Amazon jungle as the largest rainforest in the world, spanning several South American countries. It notes that Bocas del Toro is both the name of a Panamanian province and a popular archipelago within that province that is prepared for tourism. It then characterizes the Callejon de Huaylas valley as a 180 km long paradise located in Peru's Ancash region, containing numerous towns along its length including Huaraz, an important city and tourist center.
Chaparrí is a sacred hill that divides two communities in Chiclayo, Peru. It is considered an Apu or sacred mountain by the local inhabitants, where allucinogenic plants and endangered species like spectacled bears, condors, and 140 bird varieties grow. The goal of conserving Chaparrí Ecological Reserve is to rehabilitate and reintroduce threatened wildlife, and protect the dry forests and existing fauna. It is an example of preserving biodiversity that the world should continue.
Manu National Park is a protected area in southeastern Peru covering 1.9 million hectares divided into three zones. It extends from 300 meters above sea level to 3,800 meters and contains diverse ecosystems ranging from grasslands to rainforests. The park protects important archaeological sites from Inca civilization and is home to a high level of biodiversity, with over 450 plant species and 222 mammal species identified.
This document provides an overview of the physical geography, population, and economy of South America. It describes three subregions: the Andes Mountains, Middle-Latitude South (including Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay), and Brazil. For each country in the Andes (Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Chile), it discusses the physical geography, largest cities, key industries, and some natural attractions. It notes the diversity between coastal and mountainous settlements in the Andes and how countries are diversifying their economies and meeting growing population demands.
natural reserves in ecuador by tania leontania28leon
The document summarizes several important natural reserves in Ecuador, including the Cuyabeno National Park located in Sucumbios province, known for its abundant aquatic vegetation and diverse fauna such as jaguars, monkeys, and dolphins. It also discusses the Yasuni National Park, the largest protected area in Ecuador located among Orellana, Pastaza and Napo provinces, protecting over 1,800 tree species. Finally, it briefly outlines several other reserves in Ecuador highlighting the biodiversity found in each.
La provincia de napo se halla en la región amazónica ecuatorianaVicky Perez
The Napo Province is located in the Ecuadorian Amazon region known for its high biodiversity. It contains breathtaking landscapes like the San Rafael waterfall and forests home to the Quichua people. The province offers opportunities to learn about local customs and admire the wildlife, including spectacled bears, deer, monkeys, and jaguars. Visitors experience the warmth of the people and natural and cultural attractions, making it one of the best tourist destinations in the world.
This document provides summaries of natural wonders from 15 different countries. It discusses landmarks like the Skillful Brown Glacier in Argentina, the red ant in Byelorussia, Lake Titicaca in Bolivia, Sugarloaf Mountain in Brazil, the Danube River in Bulgaria, the Andes Mountains in Chile, the giant panda in China, coffee and jaguars in Colombia, tobacco in Cuba, Cotopaxi volcano in Ecuador, the Iberian lynx in Spain, Machu Picchu in Peru, the Wieliczka salt mines in Poland, the capybara in Uruguay, and Angel Falls in Venezuela. The document concludes that the salt mines are the most amazing of the wonders discussed
The document summarizes information about the Amazon jungle, Bocas del Toro province in Panama, and the Callejon de Huaylas valley in Peru. It describes the Amazon jungle as the largest rainforest in the world, spanning several South American countries. It notes that Bocas del Toro is both the name of a Panamanian province and a popular archipelago within that province that is prepared for tourism. It then characterizes the Callejon de Huaylas valley as a 180 km long paradise located in Peru's Ancash region, containing numerous towns along its length including Huaraz, an important city and tourist center.
Chaparrí is a sacred hill that divides two communities in Chiclayo, Peru. It is considered an Apu or sacred mountain by the local inhabitants, where allucinogenic plants and endangered species like spectacled bears, condors, and 140 bird varieties grow. The goal of conserving Chaparrí Ecological Reserve is to rehabilitate and reintroduce threatened wildlife, and protect the dry forests and existing fauna. It is an example of preserving biodiversity that the world should continue.
The Amazon region of Colombia comprises 42% of the country and is its least populated region. It is part of the vast Amazon Forest, the largest forest in the world, shared by several South American countries. The main rivers that drain the Colombian Amazon are the Amazonas, Caquetá, Putumayo, Guaviare, Apaporis and Vaupés Rivers. Although sparsely populated, there are some important cities in the region like Florencia, San José del Guaviare, and San Vicente. The Amazon is home to a diverse array of plant and animal species, and contains many national parks that help protect the region's biodiversity.
Peru can be divided into 3 main regions - the Coast, Highlands, and Jungle. Specifically, there are 8 natural regions defined by altitude and climate, ranging from the Coastal Chala region below 500m to the High Jungle Rupa-Rupa region from 1000-400m and the Low Jungle Omagua region from 400-80m above sea level. Each region has distinctive flora, fauna, and weather patterns based on its altitude and proximity to the coast or deeper jungle.
We offer invaluable information that will help in organizing all aspects of your holiday in Coast, Andean and Peruvian Amazon such as famous Machu Picchu, Inca Trail, Titicaca Lake, Nazca Lines, Manu National Park, Iquitos and more.
http://www.oropendolaperu.org/
This document provides information about tourist activities and destinations in Chile, including whale watching tours in Patagonia and wine tours in several valleys.
The whale watching tour described takes place over 3 days and 2 nights, with activities like sailing in the Whale Sound looking for whales, visiting islands to see penguins and seals, and opportunities to observe humpback whales and seabirds.
The document also shares details about multi-day wine tours visiting wineries in the Maipo, Casablanca, and Colchagua Valleys, including wine tastings, meals paired with wine, and learning about the winemaking process. Destinations like Santiago, Valparaiso, and Santa Cruz are included.
The document describes a virtual 8-day vacation to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and the Amazon rainforest. It details visits to landmarks like Sugarloaf Mountain and Corcovado Mountain in Rio. It also describes travels to Manaus in the Amazon, visiting a caboclo village, hiking in the jungle, and seeing wildlife like monkeys, parrots, and sloths. The vacation was planned and booked through the website Kayak.com.
Ecuador is a multiverse country, it is called the country of the four worlds since it has the insular region full of endemic animals, the coastal region that is the warmest, the highland the coldest place in the country since it is surrounded by the Cordillera de the Andes and finally the Amazon where one of the largest natural reserves in the world is located.
Enjoy watching the images of everything you can find in this magical place
Kuelap is an ancient fortress built by the Chachapoyas people on top of rocky hills in Chachapoyas, Peru. It has circular compartments with decorative friezes and was used to resist Inca colonization for years. The region offers scenic spots like the Lake of the Condors, Chinata Falls, and clay tombs called Sarcophagi of Karajia nestled in the mountains. Chachapoyas has varied climate and celebrates festivals in February, May, June, July, and August related to religious figures and battles. Local cuisine includes bread, yucca, sugarcane, animal brandy, and dishes like shirumbe and purtum
Ecuador is one of the most biodiverse countries in the world in terms of bird species. It has over 1,600 recorded bird species, more than any other country per square kilometer. Its various ecosystems ranging from sea level to over 6,000 meters provide diverse habitats for birds. Popular areas for birdwatching include the cloud forests of Mindo, the Chocó rainforests of Silanche, and the páramo of Antisana Reserve. The small size of Ecuador allows travelers to easily access different ecosystems and cover a variety of habitats within a short period of time.
Top Peru Destinations:
-Lima: The City of Kings
-Arequipa: The White City
-Colca Canyon
-Enigmatic Nazca Lines
-Sacred Valley of the Incas
-Puno and Lake Titicaca: Floating Islands of the Uros
-Puerto Maldonado
-Trujillo
-Iquitos
-Cusco: Historic Inca Capital
-Machu Picchu
The document provides information about the attractions, wildlife, and places of interest along Costa Rica's Caribbean coast. Some of the key attractions mentioned include Tortuguero National Park, known for its sea turtle nesting; Cahuita National Park, which has Costa Rica's largest coastal reef; and Gandoca-Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge, which has rainforest and wetland habitat along with a coral reef. The document also provides the Spanish names for many of the region's animal and plant species.
The Cerrado biome originally covered around 22% of Brazil's territory. In recent decades, half of the Cerrado has been cleared for cattle pastures and soybean cultivation. The Cerrado supports a rich biodiversity including over 4,000 cave systems, but many species are threatened with extinction. It provides 90% of the energy consumed in Brazil through its water resources and features scenic beauty that has tourism potential.
Colombia has five main natural regions that are characterized by their climate, culture, music, economy, and food. The regions are the Caribbean, Pacific, Orinoquia, Andean, and Amazon regions. Each region has unique cultural expressions through music, celebrations, and cuisine that reflect the diversity of Colombia. The economy of each region depends on the natural resources and climate, with agriculture, livestock, fishing, mining, and tourism playing important roles.
Colombian natural regions comparative chartNife Martinez
Colombia has five main regions - Caribbean, Andean, Pacific, Orinoquia, and Amazon. Each region has distinct weather patterns, economies, populations, music, cultures, and foods. The Caribbean region has a warm, tropical climate and an economy based on tourism, livestock, and mining. Its population is a result of intermingling between whites, blacks, and indigenous peoples, and it is known for music like cumbia and cultural festivals like Carnival. The Andean region has varying climates and an economy focused on agriculture and livestock. It is home to many cultural groups and musical traditions vary by locality.
The Philippines has a tropical climate and is located in Southeast Asia. It has over 7,100 islands of volcanic origin, including several active volcanoes like Pinatubo, Mayon, and Taal. The climate is tropical with high heat, humidity, and rainfall influenced by monsoons. Natural hazards include typhoons. The islands have rich biodiversity like coral reefs and rainforests that support many plant and animal species. The culture features Catholic-influenced festivals and most Filipinos are Roman Catholic. Local economies involve fishing, farming tropical fruits and vegetables, and utilizing geothermal energy from volcanoes.
Doñana Park contains a variety of ecosystems and shelters thousands of migratory birds and species like deer, eagles, and lynx. It has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Biosphere Reserve. Mount Teide is an active volcano in the Canary Islands, the highest point in Spain, and the third highest volcano in the world. It has also been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Sierra Nevada is a popular tourist destination known for its ski resorts, warm weather, and proximity to the coast. It was formed by the collision of the African and Eurasian plates.
Colombia has a diverse climate ranging from cold in the Andes mountains to warm along the coasts, influenced by trade winds and rain zones. It has a variety of flora and fauna, being one of the most biodiverse countries in the world. Traditional Colombian foods vary by region but include sancocho, arepa, and ajiaco. Colombian music also varies regionally, with rhythms like cumbia, porro, and vallenato. Education ranges from preschool to university, overseen by the Ministry of Education. While most practice Catholicism, some are Protestant.
The Philippines has over 7,100 islands with a coastline over 36,000 km long, making it the country with the longest coastline in the world. It has numerous natural harbors and volcanic mountains, including Mayon Volcano which is famous for its near-perfect conical shape. The Philippines' geography endows it with abundant and diverse natural resources across its forests, grasslands, rivers and seas, providing food, medicine and shelter for humans and natural habitats for wildlife. The country is divided into 17 administrative regions with varying landscapes, climates, and economies based on their locations and natural resources.
This document provides information about the Amazon region of Ecuador and some of its provinces. It discusses the general geography and boundaries of the Amazon region. It then provides details about the provinces of Morona Santiago, Napo, Zamora Chinchipe, Sucumbios, Orellana, and Pastaza. For each province it discusses their capital cities, borders, languages spoken, tourist attractions, and cultural traditions.
Colombia is a large South American country located in the northwest of the continent, with coastlines on both the Pacific and Atlantic oceans. It has a diverse climate and terrain, ranging from tropical rainforests to Andean mountain regions. Colombia has an immense amount of biodiversity, with over 1,900 bird species, 2,000 fish species, and between 40,000 to 45,000 plant species. Some of its notable geographic features include the Magdalena River being its longest river, and Pico Cristobal Colon as its highest mountain peak.
Local transportation in the Riviera Maya area includes taxis, buses, and shuttles from some resorts. Cancun International Airport serves over 10 million passengers annually and is located 31 miles from Playa del Carmen and 70 miles from Tulum. While Spanish is the primary language, English is widely spoken in tourist areas. The region offers many outdoor adventures including snorkeling, fishing, swimming with dolphins, visiting Mayan ruins, zip lining, ATV rides, golfing, and tours of popular sites like Chichen Itza, Xel-Ha, and Coba.
This document contains 6 separate picture analyses with no additional context or details provided. Each analysis is a brief examination of an image with no connections made between the different pictures. In a few short sentences, the document outlines 6 individual image reviews.
The document provides guidance for writing a comparative paragraph about two Amazonian tribes. It instructs students to choose two tribes to compare based on which tribe has the most modern society, unusual cultural activities, or has been most affected by the outside world. Students are told to use a point, evidence, and explanation structure in their comparative paragraphs. They are also assigned homework to research food products related to the rainforest.
The Amazon region of Colombia comprises 42% of the country and is its least populated region. It is part of the vast Amazon Forest, the largest forest in the world, shared by several South American countries. The main rivers that drain the Colombian Amazon are the Amazonas, Caquetá, Putumayo, Guaviare, Apaporis and Vaupés Rivers. Although sparsely populated, there are some important cities in the region like Florencia, San José del Guaviare, and San Vicente. The Amazon is home to a diverse array of plant and animal species, and contains many national parks that help protect the region's biodiversity.
Peru can be divided into 3 main regions - the Coast, Highlands, and Jungle. Specifically, there are 8 natural regions defined by altitude and climate, ranging from the Coastal Chala region below 500m to the High Jungle Rupa-Rupa region from 1000-400m and the Low Jungle Omagua region from 400-80m above sea level. Each region has distinctive flora, fauna, and weather patterns based on its altitude and proximity to the coast or deeper jungle.
We offer invaluable information that will help in organizing all aspects of your holiday in Coast, Andean and Peruvian Amazon such as famous Machu Picchu, Inca Trail, Titicaca Lake, Nazca Lines, Manu National Park, Iquitos and more.
http://www.oropendolaperu.org/
This document provides information about tourist activities and destinations in Chile, including whale watching tours in Patagonia and wine tours in several valleys.
The whale watching tour described takes place over 3 days and 2 nights, with activities like sailing in the Whale Sound looking for whales, visiting islands to see penguins and seals, and opportunities to observe humpback whales and seabirds.
The document also shares details about multi-day wine tours visiting wineries in the Maipo, Casablanca, and Colchagua Valleys, including wine tastings, meals paired with wine, and learning about the winemaking process. Destinations like Santiago, Valparaiso, and Santa Cruz are included.
The document describes a virtual 8-day vacation to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and the Amazon rainforest. It details visits to landmarks like Sugarloaf Mountain and Corcovado Mountain in Rio. It also describes travels to Manaus in the Amazon, visiting a caboclo village, hiking in the jungle, and seeing wildlife like monkeys, parrots, and sloths. The vacation was planned and booked through the website Kayak.com.
Ecuador is a multiverse country, it is called the country of the four worlds since it has the insular region full of endemic animals, the coastal region that is the warmest, the highland the coldest place in the country since it is surrounded by the Cordillera de the Andes and finally the Amazon where one of the largest natural reserves in the world is located.
Enjoy watching the images of everything you can find in this magical place
Kuelap is an ancient fortress built by the Chachapoyas people on top of rocky hills in Chachapoyas, Peru. It has circular compartments with decorative friezes and was used to resist Inca colonization for years. The region offers scenic spots like the Lake of the Condors, Chinata Falls, and clay tombs called Sarcophagi of Karajia nestled in the mountains. Chachapoyas has varied climate and celebrates festivals in February, May, June, July, and August related to religious figures and battles. Local cuisine includes bread, yucca, sugarcane, animal brandy, and dishes like shirumbe and purtum
Ecuador is one of the most biodiverse countries in the world in terms of bird species. It has over 1,600 recorded bird species, more than any other country per square kilometer. Its various ecosystems ranging from sea level to over 6,000 meters provide diverse habitats for birds. Popular areas for birdwatching include the cloud forests of Mindo, the Chocó rainforests of Silanche, and the páramo of Antisana Reserve. The small size of Ecuador allows travelers to easily access different ecosystems and cover a variety of habitats within a short period of time.
Top Peru Destinations:
-Lima: The City of Kings
-Arequipa: The White City
-Colca Canyon
-Enigmatic Nazca Lines
-Sacred Valley of the Incas
-Puno and Lake Titicaca: Floating Islands of the Uros
-Puerto Maldonado
-Trujillo
-Iquitos
-Cusco: Historic Inca Capital
-Machu Picchu
The document provides information about the attractions, wildlife, and places of interest along Costa Rica's Caribbean coast. Some of the key attractions mentioned include Tortuguero National Park, known for its sea turtle nesting; Cahuita National Park, which has Costa Rica's largest coastal reef; and Gandoca-Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge, which has rainforest and wetland habitat along with a coral reef. The document also provides the Spanish names for many of the region's animal and plant species.
The Cerrado biome originally covered around 22% of Brazil's territory. In recent decades, half of the Cerrado has been cleared for cattle pastures and soybean cultivation. The Cerrado supports a rich biodiversity including over 4,000 cave systems, but many species are threatened with extinction. It provides 90% of the energy consumed in Brazil through its water resources and features scenic beauty that has tourism potential.
Colombia has five main natural regions that are characterized by their climate, culture, music, economy, and food. The regions are the Caribbean, Pacific, Orinoquia, Andean, and Amazon regions. Each region has unique cultural expressions through music, celebrations, and cuisine that reflect the diversity of Colombia. The economy of each region depends on the natural resources and climate, with agriculture, livestock, fishing, mining, and tourism playing important roles.
Colombian natural regions comparative chartNife Martinez
Colombia has five main regions - Caribbean, Andean, Pacific, Orinoquia, and Amazon. Each region has distinct weather patterns, economies, populations, music, cultures, and foods. The Caribbean region has a warm, tropical climate and an economy based on tourism, livestock, and mining. Its population is a result of intermingling between whites, blacks, and indigenous peoples, and it is known for music like cumbia and cultural festivals like Carnival. The Andean region has varying climates and an economy focused on agriculture and livestock. It is home to many cultural groups and musical traditions vary by locality.
The Philippines has a tropical climate and is located in Southeast Asia. It has over 7,100 islands of volcanic origin, including several active volcanoes like Pinatubo, Mayon, and Taal. The climate is tropical with high heat, humidity, and rainfall influenced by monsoons. Natural hazards include typhoons. The islands have rich biodiversity like coral reefs and rainforests that support many plant and animal species. The culture features Catholic-influenced festivals and most Filipinos are Roman Catholic. Local economies involve fishing, farming tropical fruits and vegetables, and utilizing geothermal energy from volcanoes.
Doñana Park contains a variety of ecosystems and shelters thousands of migratory birds and species like deer, eagles, and lynx. It has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Biosphere Reserve. Mount Teide is an active volcano in the Canary Islands, the highest point in Spain, and the third highest volcano in the world. It has also been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Sierra Nevada is a popular tourist destination known for its ski resorts, warm weather, and proximity to the coast. It was formed by the collision of the African and Eurasian plates.
Colombia has a diverse climate ranging from cold in the Andes mountains to warm along the coasts, influenced by trade winds and rain zones. It has a variety of flora and fauna, being one of the most biodiverse countries in the world. Traditional Colombian foods vary by region but include sancocho, arepa, and ajiaco. Colombian music also varies regionally, with rhythms like cumbia, porro, and vallenato. Education ranges from preschool to university, overseen by the Ministry of Education. While most practice Catholicism, some are Protestant.
The Philippines has over 7,100 islands with a coastline over 36,000 km long, making it the country with the longest coastline in the world. It has numerous natural harbors and volcanic mountains, including Mayon Volcano which is famous for its near-perfect conical shape. The Philippines' geography endows it with abundant and diverse natural resources across its forests, grasslands, rivers and seas, providing food, medicine and shelter for humans and natural habitats for wildlife. The country is divided into 17 administrative regions with varying landscapes, climates, and economies based on their locations and natural resources.
This document provides information about the Amazon region of Ecuador and some of its provinces. It discusses the general geography and boundaries of the Amazon region. It then provides details about the provinces of Morona Santiago, Napo, Zamora Chinchipe, Sucumbios, Orellana, and Pastaza. For each province it discusses their capital cities, borders, languages spoken, tourist attractions, and cultural traditions.
Colombia is a large South American country located in the northwest of the continent, with coastlines on both the Pacific and Atlantic oceans. It has a diverse climate and terrain, ranging from tropical rainforests to Andean mountain regions. Colombia has an immense amount of biodiversity, with over 1,900 bird species, 2,000 fish species, and between 40,000 to 45,000 plant species. Some of its notable geographic features include the Magdalena River being its longest river, and Pico Cristobal Colon as its highest mountain peak.
Local transportation in the Riviera Maya area includes taxis, buses, and shuttles from some resorts. Cancun International Airport serves over 10 million passengers annually and is located 31 miles from Playa del Carmen and 70 miles from Tulum. While Spanish is the primary language, English is widely spoken in tourist areas. The region offers many outdoor adventures including snorkeling, fishing, swimming with dolphins, visiting Mayan ruins, zip lining, ATV rides, golfing, and tours of popular sites like Chichen Itza, Xel-Ha, and Coba.
This document contains 6 separate picture analyses with no additional context or details provided. Each analysis is a brief examination of an image with no connections made between the different pictures. In a few short sentences, the document outlines 6 individual image reviews.
The document provides guidance for writing a comparative paragraph about two Amazonian tribes. It instructs students to choose two tribes to compare based on which tribe has the most modern society, unusual cultural activities, or has been most affected by the outside world. Students are told to use a point, evidence, and explanation structure in their comparative paragraphs. They are also assigned homework to research food products related to the rainforest.
The Amazon jungle spans 5.5 million square kilometers across Brazil, Peru, Colombia, Bolivia and other countries. It has several layers of forest from emergent trees reaching 50-70 meters tall, to a canopy of trees 25-45 meters high, and an understory and forest floor. The jungle has a tropical climate with rainy and dry seasons, and temperatures ranging from 27 degrees maximum to 2 degrees minimum. It contains 20% of the world's oxygen and is home to many plant and animal species, including the cacao tree, anacondas over 10 meters long, leopards, toucans and more.
Tropical rainforests are located in South and Central America, Africa, Asia, and Australia. They have hot and wet climates year-round with high rainfall and humidity. Tropical rainforests contain over half of the world's plant and animal species and are losing 137 species per day due to deforestation. They feature tall emergent trees, a dense canopy layer, an understory area below the canopy, and a forest floor.
The document summarizes information about the Amazon rainforest, including its location across 9 countries in South America, size, and that it contains over half the world's remaining rainforests. It then discusses some causes of deforestation in the Amazon including cattle ranching, mining, logging, and agriculture. Deforestation has led to over 600,000 square kilometers of forest being lost between 1991-2000. The consequences of deforestation mentioned include the potential for increased hurricane activity in the Caribbean due to rising sea temperatures from less forest transpiration in the Amazon.
The document discusses the importance and threats facing the Amazon rainforest. It is home to over 50,000 species per square mile and provides oxygen and houses cures for diseases. However, deforestation is destroying the rainforest at a rate of 1.5 acres per second through logging, mining, cattle ranching, and other commercial activities. This is having devastating impacts on the environment and indigenous communities who call the forest home. Conservation groups are working to protect the rainforest but more must be done to combat deforestation and ensure the rainforest's survival.
Montañita is a beach town located on the Ecuadorian coast of Santa Elena Province. It has become a multicultural tourist destination known for its surfing, beaches, and international cuisine. Los Frailes is a beautiful solitary beach located in the suroccidente region of Portoviejo. The Chiles Volcano is a snow-covered volcano located in the Andean mountain range between Ecuador and Colombia. It offers a complex of seven lagoons ideal for adventure sports and hiking.
Montañita is a beach town located on the Ecuadorian coast of Santa Elena Province. It has become a multicultural tourist destination known for its surfing, beaches, and international cuisine. Los Frailes is a beautiful, solitary beach located in the suroccidente region of Portoviejo. The Chiles Volcano is a snow-covered volcano located in the Andean mountain range between Ecuador and Colombia. It offers a complex of seven lagoons ideal for adventure activities like mountaineering and hiking.
The document summarizes information about various locations along Ecuador's coastal region. It describes the provinces that make up the coastal region and their ecosystems, climate, and population. It then provides details about numerous towns, beaches, parks, and attractions in the provinces of Manabi and Santa Elena, including Canoa, Rio Muchacho, Machalilla National Park, Salango Museum, Puerto Lopez, Plata Island, Alfaro City, Montecristi, Agua Blanca Community, and Montañita. Activities like surfing, wildlife viewing, and craft shopping are mentioned. Web links with additional information are provided at the end.
The document provides information about Huatabampo, Sonora, Mexico. It describes Huatabampo's location, history, traditional customs, flora and fauna, economy including agriculture, livestock, fishing and agro-industry. It also mentions important places to visit such as Huatabampito beach, the General Alvaro Obregon museum, and the municipal cemetery where former Mexican president Alvaro Obregon is buried.
This document provides descriptions of various tourist attractions across Peru, including famous sites like Machu Picchu, Lake Titicaca, Lima, the Nazca Lines, and Huascarán National Park. It highlights the diverse natural beauty and cultural heritage found in Peru's mountains, coasts, jungles, and cities. Specific attractions described include ancient ruins, beaches, canyons, desert oases, colonial architecture, and opportunities for activities like hiking, surfing, and wildlife viewing. The document aims to showcase Peru's wide array of destinations for national and international travelers.
This document provides information on various tourist attractions located in the Amazon region of Ecuador, including waterfalls, national parks, caves, lakes, and museums. It describes the locations, activities, flora, and fauna found at Arapicos Waterfall, Llanganates National Park, Jumandy Caverns, San Rafael Waterfall, Cuyabeno Wildlife Production Reserve, Paquisha, Añango Lagoon, Tiputini River Waterfall, the Ethnographic Museum of Puyo, and the Shaman Route. These attractions offer opportunities for hiking, camping, fishing, birdwatching, and learning about the unique biodiversity and cultures of the Ecuadorian Amazon.
Doñana National Park is located in southwestern Spain along the Atlantic coast. It comprises a variety of ecosystems including marshes, scrublands, and coastal dunes. The park supports diverse flora and fauna, including over 500,000 waterfowl that winter there annually. It also serves as an important stopover for migratory bird species and contains rare and endangered plant and animal species.
The Arcornocales Natural Park in Los Barrios has an area of about 167,767 hectares and contains extensive cork forests and rich wildlife. Millions of migratory birds rest there and endangered species like the Iberian Lynx and Eurasian Wolf live in the park. The Palmones River marsh is an important spot for over 170 bird species, including flamingos, spoonbills, and ospreys. Vegetation in the marsh includes plants adapted to the saline soil like sea holly and Carpobrotus edulis.
Doñana Park contains 5 ecosystems - the verge, dunes, bushes, marshes, and beaches. It is home to over 450 animal species and 875 plant species. The marshes, which cover 50% of the park, see large fluctuations in water levels throughout the year and support a variety of bird life. Doñana Park preserves one of the few remaining mobile dune systems in Iberia.
This document provides an overview of Spain, including its geography, history, culture, and highlights. It notes that Spain has an area of 505,990 square meters and a population of 47 million. The capital is Madrid and Spanish is the official language, while Catalan, Euskerra, Galician, and Aranese are co-official in certain regions. It then highlights several regions of Spain, including Madrid, the north with Bilbao, San Sebastian, and the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route, the south including Granada and Cordoba, and the Mediterranean coastline. The document also summarizes some Catalan traditions like La Sardana dancing, Castells human towers, and the celebration of Sant
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2. Jungle Attractions - Loreto
Amazonian Library
The library keeps Specialized books, photographic archives,
newspapers and magazines, movies, maps, prints and paintings; it
also displays objects of historical value and ancient editions of the
Bible. Local topics are its area of specialty. The library was built in
1873 to be only one-story, but the second was built in 1903. The
successive, large windows protected with iron grates stand out.
Port and Village of Belen
Its origins date back to the beginning of the twentieth century, and
it is composed of homes built on top of balsa wood rafts that float
on the waters during the flood season. It is a traditional regional
style. With the passage of time and the increase in population, the
style has changed and more houses are built on a fixed construction
on top of wooden pillars, some of them of two stories. During the
dry season, people use both floors, but during the flood season,
only the second floor used; since the entire lower zone of Belen
remains under water, the population uses boats and canoes for
transport, which is why it is considered the “Venice of Loreto”. It is
possible to take boat rides on the Amazon and Itaya Rivers.
3. Jungle Attractions - Loreto
Quistococha Tourist Center
The center is located near Lake Quistococha. The complex covers an
area of 369 hectares of natural forest and also an artificial beach
where visitors can swim, sunbathe, and enjoy the white sand lovely
landscape. You can row a boat on the lake and hike the nearby
areas.
Boras of San Andrés
The inhabitants are originally from the area of the upper Putumayo
at the border of Colombia, and attracted by rubber fever, they
migrated to the place where they live today. They still maintain their
customs and cultural traditions, and their festivals and ceremonies
are associated with their myths and legends. They paint their bodies
for their dances, the usual pattern among men and women being a
stylized snake. The “Fiesta del Pijuayo” and the “Danza de la Viga”
are the most important festivals, when people wear masks to
represent mythical beings and to dramatize mythological episodes
about the origin of the world, humans and the Bora culture. You can
purchase local handicrafts in the area.
4. Jungle Attractions - Loreto
Lake Zungarococha
It is located on the left bank of the Nanay River and is perfect for
swimming or taking canoe rides through the beautiful countryside.
Close to the lake is a small pond, Corrientillo, where you can eat
traditional food.
Santo Tomas Village
It is situated on the banks of the canal that links the Nanay River
with Lake Mapacocha, an excellent spot to water ski and to take
boat or canoe rides. Nearby, there is a motocross track. The area is
inhabited by a Cocama Cocamilla Indigenous community whose
main economic activities are fishing and ceramic making.
San Juan Artisanal Market
This market produces and sells a large diversity of regional
handicrafts like knitted plant fiber articles, wood carvings, diverse
ceramic pieces with typical motifs, “llanchama” tree bark paintings,
typical clothing, leather goods, typical drinks, and many others.
There is a room for Amazonian culture exhibitions and wooden
amphitheater for artistic presentations.
5. Jungle Attractions - Loreto
Puerto Almendra
The El Huayo Arboretum and Botanical Garden is located there. It is
managed by the Puerto Almendra Center for Forestry Research and
Trainning. The center maintains parcels of representative tree
species of the Nanay River basin. You can walk the ecological paths,
hike, and visit the local farms.
Province of Ramón Castilla
Cushillococha
This lake, connected to the Amazon River, is where you can practice
whitewater rafting, hike, fish, or swim. The waters, relatively dark
and deep, up to 8 meters /26 feet, are rich in different species like
the gray and red dolphin, tarpon, boquichico, and yulilla. The
Cuchillococha indigenious community of 1700 inhabitants is located
on its shores. They are from the Ticuna people who live from
farming, hunting, wild fruit and free picking and fishing. They are
also skillfull artisans and produce works from the chambira palm
fibers, hammocks, and jicras a type of knitted bag of chambira palm
fibers. El Huayo Arboretum and Botanical Garden
6. Jungle Attractions - Loreto
Caballococha
The city and the province play very important role in the border
communication with the neighboring countries of Brazil and
Colombia. Basic tourist services are available there.
Amazon River
The Amazon River springs up more than 5000 masl / 16.404 fasl in
the snowy mountain peak of Mismi in Arequipa and crosses
extensive amounts of tropical jungle in an approximately 4500 km /
2796 mile-route. It has more than 500 navigable tributaries, an
average depth of 50 meters / 164 feet, and a width that varies from
4 to 6 km / 2 to 4 miles. A large part of its meandering has no
definite course; it has formed a complex of smaller rivers that
constitute a network of canals with numerous islands.
7. Jungle Attractions - Loreto
Pacaya Samiria National Reserve
Comprising a large part of the provinces of Loreto, Requena, Ucayali
and Alto Amazonas, it has an area of 2´080.00 hectares making it the
largest in the country and in south america. It is also known as the
most extencive area of protected floodable forest (vareza) in the
Amazon Rainforest. It is bordered by two large rivers: the Marañon
in the north and the Ucayali – Puinahua Canal to the south.
Inside the reserve, there are three river basins: the Pacaya River
basin, the Samiria River basin, and the Yanayacuna – Pucate River
Basin. There are also numerous lakes, gorges, canals, and oxbow. It
has an annual monthly temperature between 20C (68F) and 33C
(91F) and an annual rain fall of 2000 to 3000 millimeters, which
allows for its huge biodiversity: 449 birds species, 102 mammal
species (among them the pink dolphin), 69 species of reptiles, 58
species of amphibians, 256 fish species, and 1024 species of wild
and cultivated plants. The reserve is a refuge for different
endangered species like the Charapa turtle, the spider monkey, the
giant river otter, the red macaw, cedar trees, and other.
8. Jungle Attractions – Madre de Dios
Province of Tambopata
The “colpa” (macaw clay lick) is a place where macaws congregate,
formed along the shores of the river due o certain erosion processes
that allowed the formation of soil rich in minerals salts. It is
approximately 50 meters / 164 feet high, 500 meters / 1640 feet
long, and is considered the largest Peruvian Amazon Rainforest.
Every morning, six different species of macaw, parrots, and
parakeets gather there. These colorful birds fly around the colpa
before starting the “colpeo”, which consists in eating the clay found
on the cliff and serves as a nutritional supplement. After staying
there from twenty-five to thirty minutes, they fly away to come back
the next day. Occasionally, Brazilian tapirs, capybaras, and squirrels
go there. At the top of the trees, different species of monkeys like
the red howler, the caupuchin, the titi, and sometimes even spider
monkeys can be seen.
9. Jungle Attractions – Madre de Dios
Sandoval Lake
It is approximately 3km / 2 miles long, 1 km / 0.6 miles wide, and 0.5
centimeters / 0.1 inches to 3 meters / 10 feet deep. The water
remains at an average temperature of 26C (78.8F) and a huge
amount of fish live there. It is surrounded by aguajales, swampy
areas where, among other exotic species, a native palm tree called
aguaje grows. Along with the local vegetation, you can see orchids,
wild plantains, and mil pesos palm, giant kapoks, mahoganies, and
30 meters / 98 feet aguaje palm trees. In this habitat lives a great
variety of birds, like cormorants, toucans, macaws, parrots, horned
screamers and herons. In addition, there is a colorful variety of wild
hens called hoatzin or shansho which heads are topped with
feathers. With some luck, tapirs, turtles, and giant otters or “River
wolfs” can be seen as well as different species of crocodiles, like the
black caiman.
10. Jungle Attractions – Madre de Dios
Bahuaja-Sonene National Park
This National Park was established in order to protect the only
tropical humid savanna that exists in Peru. The park is located
between the Madre de Dios and Puno departments in the province
of Tambopata, Carabaya, and Sandia. It has an area of 1´091.416
hectares, and part of it is in Bolivia. The most important animals that
can be found there are the maned wolf, the marsh deer, the giant
anteater, the river wolf or giant otter, the bush dog, the black
caiman and the harpy eagle.
Tambopata National Reserve
Located between the basins of the Tambopata and Health Rivers,
the reserve covers an area of 274.690 hectares and is found in both
the Madre de Dios and Puno departments. The wealth of its
biodiversity is immeasurable, and scientist have already registered
632 birds species, 1200 butterfly species, 169 mammal species, 205
fish species, 103 amphibian species, and 67 reptile species. The
vegetation is typical of tropical regions. To enter the reserve, prior
authorization from INRENA is required.
11. Jungle Attractions – Madre de Dios
Province of Manu
Manu National Park
Manu National Park is spread out between, Cusco and Madre de
Dios, covers an area of 1´692.137 hectares (or the entire Manu River
basin). Since 1977, the Manu National Park has formed the Nucleus
of the Manu Biosphere Reserve; which was declared a Natural
World Heritage Site by the UNESCO in 1987. Although no one is
allowed to enter, visitors can stay in authorized lodges in the
Reserved Area and in that Cultural Zone Adjacent to the Park.
The park has a great variety of animals species: more than 800 bird
species like the harpy eagle, the jabiru stork, the Orinoco goose, the
Andean cock-of-the-rock, and the roseate spoonbill, 200 mammal
species like the common woolly monkey, the black spider monkey,
the giant otter, the jaguar, the little spotted cat, the anteater, and
the Andean deer, and over a hundred bat species.
In addition, there are trees over 45 meters high and 3 meters in
diameter. The most characteristic species are the cetico, the topa,
the cedar, the tornillo tree, the white kapok, and the mata palo.
Today, 30 Quechuan speaking farming communities are spread
throughout the Manu National Park as well as numerous Amazonian
native peoples such as the Matsiguenka, Amahuaca, Yaminahua,
Piro, Amarakaeri, Huashipaire, and Nahua.s
12. Jungle Attractions – Amazonas
Main Square, City of Chachapoyas
It is surrounded by beautiful colonial homes with traditional
balconies. In many cases, these houses have become hostels,
restaurants, and business. The main attractions are the Palacio
Municipal (City Hall) and the house where Toribio Rodriguez de
Mendoza, a predecessor to independence, was born; today, it serves
as the rectory and diocese headquarters. In the square, you can
appreciate the Republican style bronze fountain.
Pozo de Yanayacu (Yanayacu Well)
The original name of the well was “Fuente Cuyana” (Cuyana Springs)
and according to tradition, single men that arrived in the city and
drank its waters remained forever, attracted by the irresistible
charm of its beautiful women. Saint Toribio de Mogrovejo came to
this place and , on a rock, sculpted the figures of a miter and a
crosier, and the year.
13. Jungle Attractions – Amazonas
Yalape Archeological Remains
Located at 2700 masl / 8858 fasl, this Chachapoya archeological
complex date back to 1100 to 1300 A.D. The area is calculated to be
four hectares and features the classic circular constructions
decorated with rhomboidal and zigzag friezes in high relief.
Laguna de Los Cóndores (Lake of the Condors)
It is also known as the Laguna de las Momias (Lake of the Mummies)
since more than 200 mummies were found embedded on the side of
the cliff located on its shores, all in good condition despite the hot
and humid climate of the area. Along with the mummies around
3000 objects belonging to the Chachapoya and Inca cultures were
found. The caves are decorated with prehistoric rock paintings.
Leymebamba site Museum
This modern museum exhibits the mummies and the objects found
at the Lake of the Condor as well as textiles, ceramics, and weapons
found in the area.
14. Jungle Attractions – Amazonas
Kuelap Fortress
This impressive stone fortress was built by the Chachapoya people
around 800 A.D. It is located 3000 masl / 9843 fasl and is 6 hectares
in surface. There are three defensive platforms; the first is 20 meters
/ 66 feet high and 680 meter / 2231 feet long. Its three entrances
are walled alley-ways that narrow as they climb up to the following
two platforms. Inside, there are 420 circular buildings decorated
with rhomboidal and zigzag friezes.
Karajia Sarcophagi
These coffins are pre-inca tombs, some 1000 years old, implanted at
the top of a cliff. They are 2 meters / 7 feet tall , sculpted in mud,
and are decorated with geometric motives. They probably served to
house the remains of the supreme tribal leaders.