The document provides information about the geography, climate, vegetation, resources, and history of South America. It discusses several geographic features and biomes of South America including the Amazon River Basin, Pampas, Andes Mountains, Altiplano, and Tepuis. For each area, it outlines the climate, native vegetation and natural resources. It then provides a brief overview of the history of indigenous peoples, European exploration and colonization, independence movements, and the Inca civilization. The document uses images and maps to highlight specific locations, cultural aspects and sports within South America.
5. Above: Launch at Kourou Space Center
Above Right: Catholic Church of Bogota, Columbia
Right: Location of Kourou and Cayenne
Far Right: Soccer is a favorite sport