Salar de Uyuni, Salt flat in Potosí Department, Bolivia
The salt crust extends across 10,582 square kilometers at 3,661 meters above sea level, making it the largest salt flat on Earth.
The salt flat formed when prehistoric Lake Poopó evaporated millions of years ago, leaving behind thick deposits of sodium chloride and minerals.
Indigenous Aymara communities near the salt flat maintain traditional salt harvesting methods passed down through generations in the Potosí region.
Visitors should bring protective gear against intense sunlight and cold temperatures, as weather conditions change rapidly at this high elevation.
During rainy season from December to April, water transforms the surface into an enormous natural mirror that reflects the sky perfectly.
Location: Oruro Department
Location: Potosí Department
Elevation above the sea: 3,661 m
GPS coordinates: -20.33333,-67.70000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:45
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