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Magallanes and Antartica Chilena Region
The XII Magallanes and Antartica Chilena Region is one of Chile's 15 first order administrative divisions. It is the southernmost, largest and second least populated region of Chile.
This region has many globally known places and geographical features like Torres del Paine, Cape Horn, Tierra del Fuego island, and the Strait of Magellan. It also includes the Antarctic territory claimed by Chile.
The low population and vastness makes this region a good place for many native animal and plant species. It is relatively easy to find penguins, nandus, guanacos, condors, and other animals in their natural environment.
The main economic activities are bovine farming, oil extraction and tourism. This region is also home to a spectacular adventure race in the Patagonia Expedition Race.
External links
Gobierno Regional Magallanes y Antartica Chilena Official website (in Spanish)
Ultimate adventure racers dream: Patagonia Expedition Race
BBC article: "Lake disappears suddenly in Chile"
Pictures Of Magallanes's virgin landscapes
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