Patagonia Wonders of Nature
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The document summarizes key information about Patagonia, a region located along the southern coast of South America spanning seven countries. It describes Patagonia as a diverse and unspoiled land featuring dramatic peaks, glacial lakes, pristine rivers, and national parks containing famous granite towers and glaciers. Specifically mentioned are Torres del Paine National Park in Chile, Lake Pehoe in southern Patagonia, and Perito Moreno Glacier located in Los Glaciares Park in Argentina, which is the world's third largest reserve of fresh water. The region has a low population density and Spanish is the dominant language.
Patagonia Wonders of Nature
- 1. Spread along the western coast of South America, the is the . It extends from north to south through seven countries: Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Chile, and Argentina.
- 2. Located in the southern section of the Andes, the is shared between Argentina & Chile, stretching toward the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans.
- 3. For long time Patagonia was known as the . Today still remains a diverse and unspoiled land. Embark on this amazing journey with us!
- 4. The stunning region showcases dramatic peaks, glacial lakes, pristine rivers…
- 5. Torre del Paine is Chile’s most popular park, with its famous granite towers, glaciers, valleys, forests and diverse fauna. Patagonia is practically uninhabited. The closest cities to the Torres del Paine National Park are Puerto Natales and Punta Arenas.
- 6. Lake Pehoe with its intensely blue waters is another amazing attraction in southern Patagonia, and an ideal place to rest after a long trek.
- 7. is a glacier located in Los Glaciares Park in Argentina. It is 19 miles in length and 97 sq mi in size. This icefield is the world’s third largest reserve of fresh water and a must visit in Patagonia.
- 8. The Patagonian provinces are scarcely populated . Less than 15% of the Chilean population live in the region, and less than 5% of the Argentinian population is located there. Spanish is the official language, and while you don’t have to be fluent to visit Patagonia, it will help a lot if you know some basic Spanish so you can communicate with the locals. It will make your tip much more enjoyable and interesting. So brush up your Spanish and get ready for an adventure of a lifetime!