When is the best time to travel to Patagonia The Patagonia Argentina , full of beautiful landscapes and a great variety of fauna, it is one of the most outstanding destinations in Latin America. The amount of species that we can observe, as well as the natural conditions of the main attractions, depend directly on […]
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Travel to Patagonia
All the information to organize your trip to Patagonia
Patagonia is the southernmost region of the American continent. The origins of its name are still unclear, it is said that Magellan in his first expedition to the area when he disembarked on the coast of San Julian met with the aborigines who were of great stature and with a very developed physique so they called them “Patagonians”, comparing them with “Patagon”, the name of a giant, a very popular character in some novels of the time.
Another story about the origin of the name Patagonia also refers to the Tehuelches, but in this case it is said that the name comes from the huge footprints they left, partly because of their physique and partly because they covered their feet with skins to protect them.
Geographically, Patagonia has a marked contrast.
Although the most recognized landscape is mountains and glaciers, Patagonia also has dry and extensive deserts.
Why maps are important to plan your trip to Patagonia The Patagonian region is very large and you need a map to plan your trip well. In the case of making a road route, having an updated road map is essential. In Patagonia the internet connection is usually scarce therefore having a printed map at […]
What is Patagonline and how it started My name is Matias and I am the founder of Patagonline, this journey began almost 20 years ago.In 1997 I was finishing my studies and working in Buenos Aires when, motivated by the so-called internet bubble, I wanted to make a website about Patagonia. It seemed to me […]
How to travel to Patagonia? Patagonia is divided into 4 large districts that represent the main tourist attractions, both for their scenery and their wildlife: the Valdés peninsular, Ushuaia, the glaciers and the lake district. Patagonia is the southernmost place in South America, the frontier area between Argentina and Chile. Patagonia is a vast geographical […]