Brazil is the largest country in South America by area and population, and shares borders with almost every other country in the continent.
Argentina is the second-largest country in South America by area, and has a diverse geography that includes the Andes mountains, the Pampas plains, and the Patagonia region.
Colombia is the third-largest country in South America by population, and has a strategic location on the northwest corner of the continent, bordering the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean.
Peru is the fourth-largest country in South America by area, and has a rich history and culture that includes the ancient Inca civilization and the Spanish colonial influence.
Venezuela is the fifth-largest country in South America by population, and has a diverse geography that includes the Orinoco river, the Andes mountains, and the Caribbean coast.