The Andean Community (Spanish: Comunidad Andina, CAN) is a free trade area with the objective of creating a customs union comprising the South American countries (Andean states) of Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. The trade bloc was called the Andean Pact until 1996 and came into existence when the Cartagena Agreement was signed

The Andean region, located in central Colombia, is the most populated natural region of Colombia. With many mountains, the Andes contain most of the country's urban centers. [1] They were also the location of the most significant pre-Columbian indigenous settlements.

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.

In the Andes region, you’ll find vast cities, charming villages, and a wealth of ecological diversity. Located in the heart of Colombia, the Andes region is one of the most populated areas of the country. Its geography, water resources, and great cultural and …

2024年11月9日 · What makes the Andean Region so unique? The Andean Region is a treasure trove of natural wonders, cultural richness, and historical significance. Stretching along the western coast of South America, it encompasses parts of seven countries: Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Chile, and Argentina.

2023年10月2日 · In the heart of Colombia, the Andean region stretches majestically—a land where geography intertwines with history and culture. Crossed by the Andes mountain range, this region is home to a rich diversity of landscapes, from lush valleys to snow-capped peaks.

2024年6月24日 · The Andean Natural Region, the most populous area of Colombia, underscores the critical interplay between natural environments and human civilizations, shaping the country's history and future. Preserving the integrity and biodiversity of the Colombian Andes is essential for maintaining this extraordinary region's ecological balance and ...

In a comprehensive archaeological synthesis by Gordon Willey, four archaeological culture areas were recognized in South America: the Intermediate (or northern Andean) area, which includes much of the present-day Venezuela, Colombia, and Ecuador; the Peruvian (or central Andean) area, which consists of the Andean portions of present-day Peru ...

The Andean Region has a wide range of temperature zones and holds the majority of natural parks in the country. It is the habitat of the condor, iconic bird featured in the Colombian flag. The region also harbors other hundred bird species, such as larks, partridges, turkey hens, ducks, hummingbirds, green toucans and occasionally migrating ...

2019年3月7日 · The Andean States is a group of countries in South America that are linked by the Andes Mountain range. The term is often used to refer to the seven South American countries that the Andes run through, regions that share culture, or to designate countries that are members of the Andean Community.