Death Valley, National park in California/Nevada
Death Valley is a desert valley located within the Mojave Desert and is known as the hottest place on earth.
The Timbisha tribe inhabited the valley for close to a thousand years before it was discovered by U.S. settlers in 1849 during the Gold Rush.
Despite its harsh climate, Death Valley has been home to various cultures, including the Shoshone Indians, and has several ghost towns from mining eras.
Visitors are advised to carry plenty of water due to extreme temperatures, especially in summer.
It holds the record for the highest recorded temperature on Earth at 56.7°C (134°F).
Location: Inyo County
Elevation above the sea: -85 m
Website: nps.gov/deva
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Death Valley is a desert valley located within the Mojave Desert and is known as the hottest place on earth.
Eagle Borax Works is one of the earliest borax production sites in Death Valley.
Dante's View is a viewpoint terrace at 1,669 meters height, on the north side of Coffin Peak.
