Chile
The Serrano glacier in Patagonia
The Serrano glacier is one of numerous glaciers that flows down from the Southern Icefield in the Bernardo O ‘Higgins National Park in Chilean Patagonia. The glacier flows into a small lake which is connected by a small river with the Seno Ultima Esperanza (or Last Hope Sound) near the town of Puerto Natales – the gateway to the Torres del Paine National Park.
Read the accompanying post: “Patagonia – Home of the Gods Part II”
The magnificent cemetery of Punta Arenas
One of the most serene spots in the Chilean town of Punta Arenas is the municipal cemetery. Beautifully sculpted European cypress trees lead visitors along paths lined by ornate mausoleums of the city’s founding families, immigrants and a monument containing the remains of the last Selk’nam Indians who used to live in this region.
Read the accompanying post: “Patagonia: Home of the Gods Part II“.
The El Tatio geysers
The El Tatio geysers in northern Chile is, at 4,500m, one of the highest-elevation geyser fields in the world. It’s a popular attraction for visitors to the nearby desert town of San Pedro de Atacama. Visitors have to get there at the break of dawn to see the geysers – temperatures at this elevation and time of day are far below freezing but the azure blue sky and the surreal landscapes (including the giant termite-hill like fumaroles) make it an unforgettable experience.
Read the accompanying post: “A Desert Full of Wonders“.
Earliest statues on Easter Island
These are some of the earliest statues on Easter Island – before the natives developed more sophisticated rock-carving techniques. When I toured around the island, the guide explained the various theories surrounding the mystery of the Easter Island statues. One of the theories involved aliens. Looking at the earliest statues (moai), which look more alien than human, I’m tempted to believe that theory.
Read the accompanying post: “The Mysteries of Easter Island“.
Origins of the name Patagonia
The name Patagonia was coined by Ferdinand Magellan when he first landed on the shores of the Strait of Magellan. He described seeing giant-like natives whom he named ‘patagon’ (big foot). The memorial to Ferdinand Magellan in the centre of Punta Arenas (the southernmost city on the mainland of the American continent) depicts a patagon native – rub his foot and you’ll be back one day!
Read the accompanying post: “Patagonia: Home of the Gods“.
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