Salar de Chiguana

The Salar de Chiguana extends across 415 square kilometers at 3,688 meters above sea level, surrounded by volcanic formations and mountain ranges.

During the early 1900s, miners extracted boron minerals from the salt flat deposits for export to European markets through established trade routes.

The salt flat forms part of the Andean highlands, where local communities maintain traditions adapted to the extreme conditions of high-altitude living.

Visitors need proper high-altitude preparation and sufficient water supplies, as the remote location offers minimal infrastructure and challenging weather conditions.

The railroad tracks cross directly through the salt pan, creating a straight line that divides the white salt surface into two distinct sections.

Elevation above the sea: 3,688 m

GPS coordinates: -21.25000,-68.13333

Latest update: March 3, 2025 03:10