Chiloé

We continue our journey along Route5 to catch the ferry to the isle of Chiloé then along the Panamericana to the islands main town of Castro. a bustling town where like most South American towns the main square acts as a magnet drawing everyone in. Impromptu stalls appear selling anything and everything, entertainment on tap, we sat and listened to one band for nearly a couple of hours and they were still playing when we passed by a few hours later (Amerikantu check them out on Facebook,Charles has posted a short video or YouTube)

The main attraction for visiting Chiloé  are the UNESCO listed wooden churches which I have to say are awesome when you step inside and admire the detailing of the carvings and inner structure. The other attraction are the palafitos which are wooden houses where the back is built on stilts that overhang the water and act as piers when the tide is in.

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Strolling back from visiting the Palafitos we watched the fisherman tending their mussel beds and caught sight of a flock of black headed swans obviously unique to the area or migratory birds.

5 thoughts on “Chiloé

  1. David's avatarDavid

    How can Forest beat Arsenal then lose to Hull?
    Not to worry Carlo life is a lot more interesting where you are than dull old England!
    Great pics keep them coming the wooden churches look amazing could use some of the chippies in Italy!
    A dopo
    D & B

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  2. Diane's avatarDiane

    The sky is wonderfully blue in your pics and agree with Dave you are not missing anything at home as it’s grey and cold. A camper van in New Zealand sounds like the best way to get around at your own pace. Do you think you could squeeze in a passenger? Travelling the road I know suites your carefree nature, let’s face it there is no reason to rush back. Enjoy the freedom of movement while you can. XX

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    1. stephtruman1's avatarstephtruman1 Post author

      Nearly missed out on a camper van experience as all booked up, fingers crossed we have now sourced one just awaiting confirmation, sorry no extra room though.
      Arrived in North Patagonia about four hours ago blustery and cold but sure we will adapt.Just enjoying a glass of wine currently self catering and just finished eating.xx

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    1. stephtruman1's avatarstephtruman1 Post author

      Nope, we would have if we were still in Ancud as the moon often woke me up shining directly into our room which had an uninterrupted view of the sea. unfortunately here in Coyhaique we are surrounded by mountains and had a very cloudy sky.

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