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THE CHILEAN LAKE DISTRICT
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LAKE DISTRICT
Season: All year round. Best from October to April.
Flight hours: Santiago - Temuco: 1:20 hrs; Santiago - Puerto Montt: 1:45 hrs;
Puerto Montt - Punta Arenas 2:10 hrs
Note: In January annoying but harmless horseflies (Tábanos) may be present in some areas and for a short time only (avoid dark clothing).
Recommendation: Light, but also warm clothes; trekking shoes; sun-block; sun glasses; rain gear; swimsuit
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Famous for its spectacular panorama of bright emerald and turquoise
lakes whose surfaces mirror snow-capped volcanoes and sprawling
forests, Chile's Lake District is picture perfect. Rolling hills scattered with
hundreds of lakes and lagoons give the district its name. It is one of the
most popular travel destinations in Chile; numerous visitors are not only
attracted by the beauty but also by the varied outdoor activities available,
its well-structured tourism infrastructure, and the countless national parks
and nature reserves. The Lake District covers two regions of Chile, the
Ninth Region - more commonly known as La Araucanía - and the Tenth
Region - Los Lagos. It is home to the indigenous Mapuche who defended
their land against the Spanish conquistadores for 300 years. German settlers
came and cleared the land, felling timber for their typical shingled
houses. Both ethnic groups have left their mark on the region in architecture,
art, and food.
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The Chiloé Archipelago consist of hundreds of islands, the largest one
being Isla Grande; it was almost completely isolated from the rest of
Chile for many years. That is how it retained its rich ethnic and folkloric
traditions and mythology. Another great advantage is Chile's proximity
to the Argentine Lake District where you will find equally beautiful sceneries.
Puerto Montt, in the south of the Lake District, is the starting point for
some of the most amazing cruises imaginable through the fjords and
hanging valleys of the glacial Chilean coastline. Explore the region -
there is plenty more to see and to do away from the principal destinations;
including hot springs, boat rides, adventure sports, beaches, and
mile after mile of bumpy dirt roads for picturesque drives await you. The
entire area is very rich in flora and fauna, birds and marine animals
abound in particular. The Lake District is an attractive destination, an irresistible
combination of outdoor living at its best and idyllic scenery.
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