The Danakil Depression is one of the hottest places on Earth.
Why it is true
The Danakil Depression in Ethiopia has average annual temperatures of 34.4 degrees Celsius and has reached over 50 degrees. It is below sea level and is one of the most inhospitable regions on the planet.
Source: National Geographic
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