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River at Punta Arenas, Magallanes, Chile, South America
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River at Punta Arenas, Magallanes, Chile, South America
Las Minas River and Magellan Strait at Punta Arenas (Sandy Point), Magallanes, Chile, South America. Date: circa 1910
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Arenas Chile Chimney Cold Frozen Latin Magallanes Magellan Minas Point Punta Sandy Strait Straits
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This evocative photograph captures the frozen scene at Punta Arenas, the southernmost city in Chile and the capital of the Magallanes region, circa 1910. The image showcases the icy Magellan Strait and the Las Minas River, their waters transformed into a breathtaking winter wonderland. The buildings of Punta Arenas, with their distinctive chimneys, huddle together against the cold, their windows reflecting the snow-covered landscape. The town, nestled between the mountains and the sea, appears quiet and serene, a testament to the resilience of its inhabitants. The Magellan Strait, a natural passage that separates the South American continent from the islands of Tierra del Fuego, is a vital waterway connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. The strait's frigid waters and harsh weather conditions have shaped the character of Punta Arenas and its people, who have long relied on fishing, agriculture, and mining for their livelihoods. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us to a time when the raw beauty of nature held sway over the daily lives of the people who called this remote corner of the world home.
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