In geology, geography, and some other Earth sciences, a plateau is a relatively flat, steeply sloping area, often with an absolute elevation above 500 m, constrained by cliffs or cliffs. sharp slopes with the surrounding lowlands. The highly eroded plateau is called the dissected plateau. Volcanic plateaus are plateaus created by volcanic activity. In the world of huge and vast highlands, we have not been able to fully explore it. Do you know those highlands? Let's find out with Toplist the largest plateaus in the world!
10 Brazilian Plateau
Brazil is located in South America, in the Amazon basin, the largest river in the world, irrigating nearly half of Brazil's territory. In the lower Amazon basin, there are still rich tropical rainforests, although the demand for land increases deforestation in this region that is considered the lungs of the earth. To the north of the Amazon River is the Guyana mountain region with the highest peak of Pikoda Neblina in Brazil. South of the Amazon basin lies the central plateau with broad grasslands. To the east and south, bordering the mountains of Brazil, lies a densely populated plain. The mountains of Brazil are a vast plateau divided into fertile valleys and ridges.
The plateau in Brazil covers an area of more than 5,000,000 square kilometers, about half of the total area of Brazil. The Brazilian plateau is considered the largest plateau in the world. This is a plateau with a flat surface, about 500-900 m above sea level. The climate here is very special, in the winter it is warm and dry, in the summer it is hot and humid, with a lot of rain. The steppe on the Brazilian plateau stretches to the limit, this land also contains a lot of rich minerals, including iron and manganese reserves here are the world's leading.
9 Changtang Plateau
The Changtang Plateau, located on the border of Tibet and India, in the Himalayas. This area stretches for about 1,100 km and is about the same size as France. This is a dry land, windy and without any rivers. Here, mountain ranges separate valleys of relatively low elevation, creating many different large and small lakes, often salt or alkaline lakes. At Changtang, there are also frozen lands that are not fixed, the ground becomes muddy and covered with grass, like the Siberian tundra.
Changtang's climate is extremely harsh and unpredictable. Hot summers, cold winters like in the Arctic. Besides, rains, mainly hail, accompanied by thunder and lightning can appear suddenly, at any time of the year. The Changtang Plateau is vast with an area of 2.5 million square kilometers and an average elevation of over 4,500 meters. It has huge lakes, it is considered the second largest nature reserve in the world. Here, Mount Everest is located on the border between Tibet and Nepal. The area of rivers and lakes has fertile valleys, deep and long canyons.
8 Genting Highlands
The Main Range - also known as Banjaran Titiwangsa in Malaysia - is a granite mountain range that forms the north-south backbone of peninsular Malaysia. Many of the mountain's peaks reach over 6,000 feet and it is home to the cool hill stations of Cameron Highlands, Fraser Plateau and Genting Plateau. Genting is recognized as Malaysia's hillside station. This Kuala Lumpur pinnacle resort is known as Malaysia's Las Vegas.
Genting Highlands with an area of about 350,000 km2, with lush tropical vegetation and plants contrasts with what you see from the western-style hillside station. Although it may not seem like an interesting project, but spending a day walking around this area you will really be captivated by the fresh air of this place, with the wide view, all four hills. Green mountains are favorable for recreational activities. Here, a whole system of hotels and resorts among colorful flowers, people also built the world's largest casino here.
7 Putorana Plateau
Putorana Plateau is located in the middle of Siberia, Russia and about 100km from the North Pole, Putorana Plateau is created by volcanic activity. This plateau is about 20,000km2 wide with more than 25,000 lakes, dozens of deep gorges, rivers, streams, thousands of waterfalls. The diversity of landscapes, remote geography and unspoiled wilderness make the Putorana plateau one of the few wild, natural lands. Lake Putorana is a lake with a large water reserve, second only to Lake Baikal.
As an isolated mountain range in the plateau, Putorana possesses many polar and sub-polar ecosystems such as primeval taiga pine forests, tundra, and deserts. The name Putorana means mountains without peaks. That is, a huge space above, like flat tables, are large basalt blocks, forming a unique and beautiful landscape. There are no narrow and high mountains.
Faulty tectonics form freshwater reservoirs of the highest purity. Lake Putorana is a very large water storage tank, the depth of the lake is about 300 - 500m, the capacity is second only to Lake Baikal, comparable to this lake in depth, but in terms of clean water, it even exceeds Baikal. The flora and fauna here are extremely rich and diverse. There are also moss fields, taiga and high mountains. This plateau has the largest population of wild northern deer. There is also the snow sheep - the least studied animal and has been included in the Red Book.
6 Cameron Highlands
Cameron Highlands is a district in Pahang province, located at an altitude of 1,500m and has an area of about 300km2, more than 4 hours by bus from Kuala Lumpur. This place is likened to Da Lat of Vietnam with a cool climate all year round, mild weather, suitable for many types of temperate flowers. Cameron Highlands is one of the largest mountainous areas in Malaysia, and is a tourist destination dating back a long time. Cameron is famous for its trails that will lead you through vast expanses of forest, to waterfalls and other tranquil destinations.
Fresh climate, fertile soil makes tea in Cameron Highlands grow lush and quickly famous. Coming to the tea hills in Cameron Highlands, visitors will have the feeling of being lost in a countryside in England. The houses with beautiful English architecture are a place to rest for tourists when coming here to visit and relax. Cameron Highlands also makes visitors feel better because of the well-groomed strawberry gardens, with bunches of strawberries laden with fruit. Another activity that you should not miss when coming here is enjoying tea and pies - this is considered a traditional British culture remaining in this highland.
5 Patagonian Plateau
With an area of 300,000 km2, the average altitude is 500 m. The Patagonian Plateau has a fairly flat surface, many areas are covered with volcanic lava and are also graded. This has created the topography of the tabletop plateau, which gradually lowers to the east. The vegetation cover on the surface of the plateau is weak, creating a complex eroded terrain, cut into many grooves running in the West - East direction.
1,000 km from Antarctica, Patagonia is located in the Americas, belonging to the territory of two countries Chile and Argentina. People call this place the end of the Earth and only the bravest and most daring dare set foot here. Surrounded by legends, solitude, peace and mystery with mountains, rivers and valleys, Patagonia - this "land at the end" is one of the quintessential tourist destinations. most economical in the world. Located in Southern Chile, the Patagonia region is a little-known tourist paradise with beautiful and enchanting forests, bays, caves, glaciers, hot springs, etc.
4 Yili . Plateau
The Yili Plateau is located in the northern part of Xinjiang Province, China. This land is about 60,000 square kilometers, also known as the "Valley of Plum Blossoms". True to its name, this dreamy land makes visitors remember the colors and special scents of Yili, only Yili can have.
The four seasons of Yili Plateau have their own beauty. But the most beautiful thing when coming to Yili plateau is still spring. Every time apricot blossoms bloom in late winter and early spring, you will see a plum blossom paradise in Yili. The sweet, clear and poetic beauty of Yili really makes dreamy souls sob. There is such a Yili - a special Yili that makes people come once not want to leave.
3 Hulun Buir Plateau
With an area of about 93,000 square kilometers. If you pay close attention, the name of this plateau is a combination of the names of two large lakes, Hulun and Buir. The magical beauty of Hulun Buir is the pride of the people here. A vast plateau with more than 3,000 rivers, 500 large and small lakes and grasslands, Hulun Buir is like a green lawn stretching to the horizon. In the distance, the undulating mountain ranges adorn this charming landscape picture.
Hulun Buir Plateau is located in the North, bordering the territory of Mongolia. People living around this area are proud that Hulun Buir is one of the three most beautiful steppes in the world. Hulun Buir is like an endless green carpet of grass. In the summer, the landscape here is as beautiful as a watercolor painting with the blue of the sky, the lake, the trees and the red of the land and the undulating mountains in the distance.
2 Scottish Highlands
Dubbed Europe's most famous wild plateau, Scotland is one of Scotland's most popular tourist destinations. In the summer, the whole plateau is covered with smooth green grass, mist and clouds spread, giving Scotland a special and rare beauty in the world. When winter comes, white snow spreads across the vast plateau, making Scotland exude charm, cold but no less romantic.
The Scottist Plateau covers an area of about 350,000 square kilometers. In Europe, the Scottish Highlands are known as the most famous wild plateaus. This is one of the lands that attracts many tourists because it has a special beauty. On summer days, the grass stretches to the plateau, mist and clouds spread loosely. In winter, the white snow makes the scenery of the wild plateau become more romantic than ever.
1 Africa
Africa is the largest of the three water bodies south of the Earth's surface. It covers an area around 30,221,532 square kilometers including the islands. Most of the area is located between Tropic of Cancer and Tropic of Cancer, so it has a hot climate with an average annual temperature of over 20°C and stable weather. Rainfall is relatively little and gradually decreases towards the two tropics, forming large deserts, spreading to the sea. The Sahara Desert is the largest sand desert in the world.
The topography of Africa is quite simple. The entire continent can be considered as a giant plateau, with an average height of 750m, on which are mainly highlands interspersed with low basins. The eastern part of the continent was strongly uplifted, the bedrock cracked and collapsed, forming many deep valleys, many narrow and long lakes. Africa has very few high mountains and low plains.
The above article hopes to give you more understanding about the vast highlands of the world. If you have the opportunity, visit these lands to expand your knowledge!
