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Train Cemetery

Train Cemetery

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Train Cemetery is located in the suburbs of Uyuni, Bolivia. This place is an abandoned train station with many abandoned locomotives and freight cars parked inside, forming a unique landscape.Uyuni · 2.7 km from downtown
Uyuni Salt Flat
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Uyuni Salt Flat

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Uyuni Salt Flat is located on the Bolivian plateau at an altitude of approx. 3,700 m and is one of the world's largest salt-covered wildernesses. This vast white salt flat was formed by the evaporation of prehistoric lakes. The salt layer is several meters thick, and local residents still mine and process salt on the shores to this day. The salt lake's most striking view is the "mirror of the sky" that appears during the rainy season—from December to March each year, rainwater accumulates on the flat salt surface. On calm, sunny days, the entire lake transforms into a giant mirror, perfectly reflecting the sky, clouds, and even the starry sky, making it hard to distinguish reality from reflection. Even if you miss the rainy season, the salt flats in the dry season are equally stunning: the salt surface, cracked by long-term exposure to the sun, displays fields of hexagonal salt patterns that stretch white and vast to the horizon. Incahuasi Island, located in the center of the salt lake, is a fossilized coral island covered with giant cacti several meters tall. You can climb to the top for a 360-degree view of the entire salt flat. At night, looking up at the starry sky from the salt surface, there is almost no light pollution, and the Milky Way is clearly visible.Nor Lipez · 78.1 km from Uyuni
Laguna Colorada
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Laguna Colorada

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Lake Colorado is also known as "Red Lake". There are many borax islands in the lake. The white color of these islands and the reddish red of the Red Lake are cleverly matched to form a beautiful landscape. The red and white lake surface is like an oil painting. The red and white paintings are both abstract and subtle, making people have to sigh the magic of nature. Red Lake is also a habitat for flamingos.Bolivia · Sur Lipez
Laguna Hedionda
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Laguna Hedionda

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Located in the Potosi Department in southwestern Bolivia, at an altitude of about 4,100 meters, Lake Edionda is a gem in the Andean salt lake chain. This alkaline lake was formed by volcanic activity and glacial erosion. The lake surface changes from emerald green to cobalt blue with the seasons. White borax crystal belts surround the lakeshore, forming a surreal landscape with the volcanoes in the distance. The rich plankton in the lake attracts a large number of James flamingos to inhabit, and the orange-pink bird flocks form a sharp contrast with the azure water. The lake area belongs to the Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve. It is necessary to start from the Uyuni Salt Flats and drive about 3 hours along the southwest expedition route to arrive. It is recommended to participate in the local 2-3 day off-road vehicle itinerary, combined with the Red Lake, Green Lake and other attractions. It is easy to capture mirror reflections when the light is soft in the early morning, and a windproof jacket is required in the afternoon when there are strong winds. There is a simple viewing platform on the lakeshore, but no dining facilities, so you need to bring your own dry food.Bolivia · Nor Lipez
Isla Incahuasi
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Isla Incahuasi

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Cactus Island, located in the Uyuni Salt Flats in Bolivia, is a unique natural landscape. This small island is located in the middle of a vast salt flat and is famous for its dense growth of giant cacti. The island has a rugged terrain covered with ancient coral fossils, providing a good viewing point to enjoy the magnificent 360-degree views of the salt flats. Visitors can explore the island on foot along the trails, which take about 30 to 45 minutes to complete and are suitable for most people. Along the way, you can not only observe the cacti up close, but also see the unique flora and fauna of the island. Early morning and evening are ideal times for photography, with soft light and charming scenery. There are no dining facilities on the island, and visitors are advised to bring their own water and snacks. Due to its location on a plateau, the temperature varies greatly, so it is recommended to wear warm clothing and take sun protection measures. Cactus Island is an important stop on the Uyuni Salt Flats tour, and its unique natural landscape and magnificent panoramic views provide visitors with an unforgettable experience.Nor Lipez · 86.8 km from Uyuni
Uturunku

Uturunku

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Volcano Uturuncu is the highest peak in Bolivia at 6,020 meters above sea level, located at the southern end of the Salar de Uyuni, beneath which lies the abandoned mining town of San Antonio.Bolivia · Sur Lipez

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apabaruJune 3, 2026
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It was included in a one-day tour of the Uyuni Salt Flats. It felt like an afterthought. I'm sure some people want to get to the Uyuni Salt Flats quickly, but as the name suggests, it was a unique sight to see an old train in the middle of nowhere. It was a nice little accent to the trip.

Train Cemetery

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YoYo_1I8Q7O5OAugust 1, 2025
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乌尤尼盐湖(Salar de Uyuni)位于玻利维亚西南部的波托西省,是世界上最大的盐沼,被誉为“天空之镜”。其独特的自然景观和地质特征吸引了全球游客和科学家的关注。

Uyuni Salt Flat

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TodemmyApril 13, 2020
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【Scenery】Waiting for dinner along Lake Macquarie, take a walk along the lake and enjoy the beautiful view of Lecco with lights. The walk is very organized and pleasant to walk. 【Fun】It has its charm in any season of the year, the photo refers to a warm morning in November 2019

Laguna Colorada

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凹凸曼和小伙伴August 29, 2020
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Uyuni Stinky Lake Tour Guide Recommendation Index🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 🦩A must-go for bird watching, and you can also see mythical beasts along the way. It can be said to be a cost-effective route that has both mythical birds and mythical beasts. 📍Geographical location: At the border between Bolivia and Chile, about 4.5 hours one way from Uyuni. 🚙Transportation: Self-driving 🏞Recommended route: Uyuni chartered tour ⌚️Play time: 10 hours 📷Suggested equipment: Telephoto lens according to financial resources! 🔺Remember to run-in with the lens before traveling, otherwise you will regret it. After all, this thing is heavy and big, if it doesn't work, it's basically a waste of money. 👓Clothing suggestions: Sunglasses, sunscreen clothing, physical sunscreen, and non-slip and wear-resistant shoes are preferred. 📝Travel tips: 🔸The weather in Uyuni is unpredictable. I originally wanted to sign up for a three-day tour, but due to heavy rains for several days, the passage to Cactus Island was flooded. Well, so the biggest force majeure for travel is definitely the weather. In the end, I chose a two-day tour. I still recommend that you prepare more travel plans. 🔹The stinky lake is rich in various minerals, especially sulfur, so it will smell like rotten eggs. But you will get used to it after a long time, after all, the picnic in the itinerary is still by the stinky lake. The picnic includes drinks (cola, mineral water), staple food (roasted chicken, rice), vegetable salad, and fruit (banana). 🔸Flamingos in high-altitude areas are mainly pink, one is the variety, and the other is because the chlorophyll content of algae in the salt lake is insufficient. 🔹Whether it is a mythical beast or a mythical bird, they are all highly alert. There is no telephoto lens, and they will run away when they are approached.

Laguna Hedionda

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芭提雅VJuly 2, 2023
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This place is pretty good, friends who like it can go and have a look.

Isla Incahuasi

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Don't miss these attractions in Uyuni: Train Cemetery, Uyuni Salt Flat, and Laguna Colorada. If you like Day tours, try Bolivia Uyuni sky mirror + Train Cemetery + Uyuni salt flats 1-day tour from 1 person. If you enjoy Outdoor experiences, try Bolivia Uyuni sky mirror + Train Cemetery + Uyuni salt flats 1-day tour from 1 person.

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