Lake District, Chile
Located in central Chile, the Lake District is a region of the country that's famous for its beautiful natural sights. Home to a stunning mix of glistening lakes, smouldering volcanoes, hot springs, temperate rainforests and meandering rivers rich in fish and birdlife - there's plenty you'll want to see here. It's also one of the most culturally interesting parts of Chile, a melting pot of cultures with indigenous Mapuche communities, traditional fishing villages and a German heritage hailing from the settlers of the 1850s. Let's take a look at one of Chile's most unique and beautiful landscapes in today's update.
We'll begin with a stop in the small village of Villarrica, located in the heart of Chile's Lake District - and the city's outskirts offer some truly breathtaking views of it's namesake, the massive Villarica Volcano which dominates the surrounding landscape.
Villarrica is located on the banks of many pristine streams, lakes, and rivers - and as seen below, rafting and kayaking are popular activities here.
Mount Villarrica is one of Chile's most active volcanoes - it's had historical eruptions dating back to the mid 1500s. The current eruption period began in late 2014 and it's been violently spewing ash, lava, and steam occasionally since then.
An aerial view of the majestic Lake District with many of the region's most notable lakes, volcanoes, and mountain ranges on full display.
Another view of the Lake District from high above - this time with a look over another one of the Lake District's most notable volcanoes, Osorno.
While the region is world-renowned for it's natural features - there's also a number of charming villages here that you'll want to visit as well such as Puerto Varas. It sits on the southwest banks of the expansive Lake Llanquihue, which offers commanding views of snow-capped Osorno Volcano and Calbuco Volcano, both still active. Traditional German-style architecture characterizes the town, reflecting its colonial past. Built in the early 20th century, the red-and-white Sacred Heart of Jesus Church has 3 striking towers and is one of the region's most defining sights.
The next stop on our journey is Chile's Chiloé Island. It's home to many quaint fishing villages like Castro where colorful stilt houses line the waterfront.
Our trip today concludes with a view over some typical landscapes in the Lake District - with a number of small towns and pristine lakes on display. These beautiful sights can be seen all across the Lake District - and make it one of Chile's most memorable landscapes that you won't want to miss out on.
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