The term PERU RANGE is a reference to the ANDES mountain range, which is located in South America and runs along the western coast of the continent. The ANDES mountain range is the longest continental mountain range in the world, stretching for over 4, 500 miles from Venezuela to Chile. It is home to some of the highest peaks in the world, including Aconcagua, which is the highest peak outside of Asia. The ANDES mountain range is an important source of water for many countries in South America, and it is also home to a variety of unique flora and fauna.