Alexander von Humboldt
German geographer and explorer
Born
September 14th, 1769
256 years ago
Died
May 6th, 1859
166 years ago — 89 years old
Category
Explorers & Adventurers
Country
Germany
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Contributions to geography, natural sciences, and exploration were significant. Conducted extensive explorations in Latin America, documenting cultures, landscapes, and ecosystems. Published works like 'Cosmos', which synthesized knowledge from various disciplines. Established the concept of vegetation zones based on altitude and climate. Influenced environmental and social sciences.
Explored Latin America extensively
Wrote 'Cosmos'
Pioneered climate zones classification
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