15 Stunning Peaks of The Andes

The Andes span 4,300 miles down the western seaboard of South America, with ecosystems ranging from inhospitable deserts to verdant rainforests. These beautiful behemoths were born from a tectonic battle; millions of years ago the South American plate rose from a clash between the Nazca and Antarctic plates. Today, these mountains are some of the most iconic, tempting and stunning peaks in the world.