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The Salar de Uyuni in Bolivia becomes the world's largest natural mirror when it rains.

Why it is true

With more than 10,000 square kilometres, the Salar de Uyuni is the largest salt flat on the planet. When a thin layer of water covers its flat surface, it reflects the sky like a giant mirror, creating a visual effect that confuses the horizon.

Source: National Geographic

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