Tierra del Fuego
The end of the world
Where South America ceases to exist, the southernmost city in the world is Ushuaia. This is the base for discovering the Tierra del Fuego national park.
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The birth of Tierra del Fuego
The archipelago of Tierra del Fuego got its name when the first sailors from Europe sailed through the Beagle Channel. They saw the huge campfires of the natives and that was their inspiration.
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The southernmost city in the world
On Isla Grande de Tierra del Fuego lies Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world. The city is located over 3200 km from Buenos Aires and on the Beagle Channel. Ushuaia in the indigenous Yamana language means 'bay overlooking the West'. Ushuaia has an important tourist function, as it is the departure point for many Antarctic cruise expeditions.
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N.P. Tierra del Fuego
Tierra del Fuego National Park is located near Ushuaia. In spite of extreme climatic conditions, this nature reserve has an unexpectedly incomparable beauty. There is still a striking amount of unique, very inviting, unspoilt nature here.
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King Crab, fresh from the sea
Deliciously freshest and excellently prepared. In Ushuaia you can enjoy an excellent culinary experience after a day full of nature and walks. A product of which they are very proud in Ushuaia and can prepare excellent is the King Crab.
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From the water
Take a boat trip through the Beagle Canal. As the waters in this natural channel are rich in food, an abundant animal life manifests itself around these waters. The steep rocks are home to penguins, sea lions and albatrosses.
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Martial Glacier
Just a stone's throw from the centre of Ushuaia lies the Martial Mountains with the Martial Glacier. A winding road leads from the centre to the foot of the glacier. Walk further up the glacier and you will have a panoramic view of the Beagle Channel and the town.
Een unieke natuur ervaring
Tierra del Fuego is a special, rugged and unspoilt island with very diverse landscapes. The incidence of light and weather conditions are constantly changing, thanks to the often strong winds from the west. Ushuaia is the largest place on Tierra del Fuego and is also an interesting place with a few places of interest.
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