Today, the state of South America is one of the most important manufacturers in the world of minerals and agricultural products.Furthermore, as in Africa, most countries are specialized in production of several kinds of minerals.This economic orientation is the result of the colonial past of the continent.
From the history of South America
Since ancient times, South America inhabited by Native American tribes (the Incas, Quechua, Aymara, and so on. D.).Scientists believe that the first people on the mainland there are 17 thousand. Years ago.They came here from North America.In the I half of the XV century.here it formed the country of the Incas.At the opening of the Americas by Europeans, they created a strong state with developed agriculture.Other tribes while still on a primitive level of development.With the discovery of South America settled here mainly Spanish and Portuguese.They founded the first trading posts and later colonies.States of South America became independent at the beginning of the XIX century.They freed themselves from colonial oppression before African countries, therefore, have a higher level of development.
States of South America today
today in South America, there are 12 independent states.Most on the device is a republic.Also on the mainland there are 3 dependent territories.Currently, all states in South America considered to be developing.The biggest area of the country are located in the eastern plains.It is Brazil, Argentina and Venezuela.A large area and a variety of natural wealth are different Andean countries (Chile, Peru, Colombia, Bolivia, Ecuador).Argentina, Brazil and Chile are characterized by relatively high levels of economic development.Other countries are by nature agro-industrial.
Brazil
Brazil - the largest country in South America.On your device, it is a federal republic.Until 1822, Brazil was a Portuguese colony.The country is ranked first on the continent in terms of development of the mining industry.It has considerable reserves of iron ore, gold, bauxite, manganese ore, and other minerals.Well-developed textile, garment, automotive and chemical industries.In addition, Brazil is famous for producing coffee, cocoa and sugar cane.
symbol of the country is considered to Rio de Janeiro.This is one of the most beautiful cities in the world and the largest tourist destination in South America.
Argentina Argentina - the second largest country in South America.On your device, it is considered a republic with its capital in Buenos Aires.Prior to 1816, Argentina was a colony of Spain.Among the Indian population is not enough.In Argentina, many descendants of immigrants, not only Spanish, but also Italian, English, French.Most of the population lives in cities, which are located on the coast.
Argentina - developed country in South America.There are important engineering and mining.But the main wealth - is the pampas, vast plains with fertile land.
Peru Peru - the third largest country of the continent.Half of the population are Hispanic Peruvians, and the second part - the Indian peoples (Quechua, Aymara).The country has developed mining industry.Processing industries represented ferrous and non-ferrous metallurgy.In Peru, sugar cane, coffee, cocoa.On the coast there are many businesses where processed sardines, anchovies and other seafood.
Suriname Suriname - the smallest country in South America.On your device, it is a republic.Suriname became independent in 1975, before the country was a colony of the Netherlands.Industry is poorly developed.However, of great importance for the economy of Suriname is oil production.
