The book "Journey to the regions of the equatorial zones of the new continent. Volume 1." is the result of the research of the great German researcher and traveler Alexander von Humboldt. In this book, the author tells about his trip to Latin America, which took place in 1799-1804. This is one of the most significant geographical and scientific journeys of its time, which became the ultimate achievement of research activity. In his book, Humboldt describes in detail the nature, climate, flora and fauna of Latin America, and also studies the relationships between various natural phenomena. He reveals to the reader the incredible landscapes and cultures of this continent, trying to recreate them in the reader's imagination. This book is considered a classic of scientific research literature and will help anyone interested in natural history and geography to better understand the richness and diversity of the nature of the new world.