SuðurAmeríku

SuðurAmeríku, also known as South America, is a continent located primarily in the Western Hemisphere, mainly in the southern half of the Americas. It is bordered by the Caribbean Sea to the northwest, the Atlantic Ocean to the north and east, and the Drake Passage to the south. The continent is home to 12 independent countries, including Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and Peru, among others. SuðurAmeríku is known for its diverse landscapes, ranging from the Amazon rainforest in the north to the Andes mountains in the west and the Patagonian steppe in the south. The continent is also rich in biodiversity, with numerous endemic species found only in South America. The region has a significant impact on global climate and weather patterns, particularly through the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) phenomenon. Historically, SuðurAmeríku has been inhabited by various indigenous peoples, including the Incas and Aztecs, before the arrival of European colonizers in the 15th and 16th centuries. Today, the continent is a major player in global politics, economics, and culture, with cities like São Paulo and Buenos Aires serving as important global hubs.