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The Argentine
Patagonia
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| This region covering the southern
part of the American continent encloses a great variety of eco-systems.
Bordered by the Atlantic and Pacific
oceans, it contains a vast continental steppe. The Andes mountains ranges
prevail from north to south, with its forests, lakes and rivers, that
supply the water for many species of plants and animals to live in a
spectacular habitat. This context is appropriate to congregate an important variety of birds, that, fortunately, can still live in an uncontaminated environment. Human presence is scarce and, for this reason, the impact of our industries and depredating practices is not as determinant as it is in other more populated regions of our planet. Another factor favoring the protection of the area, is the existence of many National Parks, both Chilean and Argentine, which constitute themselves unique eco-systems. The quantity of species in the region is of approximately 350 specimens. Some, like the Pygarrhinchas albogularis or the Xolmis pyrope, are endemic species and cannot be found in other regions of the planet, probably because of the unique characteristics of the zone as far as its flora and climatic conditions are concerned. The proposal detailed hereafter aims to explore and re-discover this vast zone, with its feathered inhabitants, whose way of life deserves to be observed with attention. We can, perhaps, learn something from them. |
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Tourism
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| To tell the truth, I am not sure
there are scientific grounds for this statement, but I dare to affirm that
tourism was invented by the birds. Because of their ability to move around
easily, they discover all sorts of places from the altitude. Surely over-flying
these places, at some particular moment, they make the decision to return
to one and spend there some time. If they like it, they will adopt it as
one of the spots to visit during their migrations. In this sense, the southern part of Latin America offers a great variety of incredible and unique scenarios. Fortunately, these are not frequented by humans, reason for which they remain unpolluted and diverse. By traveling far from the large urban centers, one can find small towns that offer varied alternatives. Undoubtedly, some are better prepared than others to receive tourists, but in all cases, the local people tend to be amiable and endeavor to keep occasional visitors satisfied. It is not the purpose of this page to enumerate the places most recommendable, but if you request this information, with pleasure I will put at your disposal the experience accumulated throughout the many years that I have lived and traveled in the southern region of the American Continent. We have contacts in practically all of the tourist destinations, from small villages to internationally renown centers, all of which offer interesting spots where unique species may be observed or abundant concentrations can be found in magnificent sites. The diversity of scenarios ranges from the high mountains to the shores of the Pacific or Atlantic oceans, green prairies, deserts, steppes and ancient forests, each with autochthonous and exotic flora and fauna, conforming a diversified universe that disserves to be visited any time of the year. Every season has its own. We invite you to consult or to follow the links we offer in this page: |
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Links
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Tiempo Patagónico |
http://www.tiempopatagonico.com |
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Portal de internet |
http://www.interpatagonia.com |
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Turístic
Guide from de North Patagonian Cordillera |
http://www.guiaverde.net |