{"title":"Edition 2: Isla Grande de Chiloé","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"335\" data-end=\"392\"\u003e 🌊 \u003cstrong data-start=\"341\" data-end=\"392\"\u003eChiloé: The archipelago of magic and myths\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"394\" data-end=\"420\"\u003e 🕰️ History of the place\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"421\" data-end=\"1266\"\u003e The Chiloé Archipelago, located in the far south of Chile, has been home to the \u003cstrong data-start=\"513\" data-end=\"534\"\u003eHuilliche and Chono\u003c\/strong\u003e peoples since ancient times. With the arrival of the Spanish in the 16th century, indigenous and European traditions merged, giving rise to one of the country's most unique cultures.\u003cbr data-start=\"728\" data-end=\"731\"\u003e During the colonial period, Chiloé remained under Spanish rule even after Chile's independence, being officially annexed in 1826. Its geographical isolation allowed it to preserve \u003cstrong data-start=\"923\" data-end=\"1002\"\u003elegends, myths, and an identity deeply linked to the sea and nature\u003c\/strong\u003e . \u003cbr data-start=\"1003\" data-end=\"1006\"\u003eToday, Chiloé is a World Heritage Site thanks to its \u003cstrong data-start=\"1056\" data-end=\"1081\"\u003e16 wooden churches\u003c\/strong\u003e , a reflection of the fusion between the Catholic faith and the local worldview. It is a territory where history comes alive amidst the mist, stilt houses, and ancient traditions of the far south.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"1268\" data-end=\"1271\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1273\" data-end=\"1293\"\u003e 🌿 Flora and Fauna\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1294\" data-end=\"1839\"\u003e The Chiloé ecosystem is a mix of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1364\"\u003etemperate rainforests\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-start=\"1366\" data-end=\"1378\"\u003epeat bogs\u003c\/strong\u003e , and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1381\" data-end=\"1403\"\u003ecoastal wetlands\u003c\/strong\u003e . Its flora includes species such as \u003cstrong data-start=\"1436\" data-end=\"1487\"\u003ecoigüe trees, arrayán trees, alerce trees, and giant ferns\u003c\/strong\u003e , while its fauna includes \u003cstrong data-start=\"1519\" data-end=\"1582\"\u003eendemic Chiloé foxes, pudú deer, black-necked swans\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-start=\"1584\" data-end=\"1595\"\u003edolphins\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-start=\"1597\" data-end=\"1614\"\u003esea lions\u003c\/strong\u003e , and a vast number of migratory birds. \u003cbr data-start=\"1656\" data-end=\"1659\"\u003eOn the north coast, visitors can observe \u003cstrong data-start=\"1709\" data-end=\"1750\"\u003eMagellanic and Humboldt penguins\u003c\/strong\u003e at Puñihuil Islet, one of the few places in the world where both species coexist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"1841\" data-end=\"1844\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1846\" data-end=\"1876\"\u003e 🌎 Destination description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1877\" data-end=\"2573\"\u003e Chiloé consists of a large main island and dozens of smaller islands connected by ferries. Its capital is \u003cstrong data-start=\"1995\" data-end=\"2005\"\u003eCastro\u003c\/strong\u003e , recognizable by the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2027\" data-end=\"2051\"\u003ecolorful stilt houses\u003c\/strong\u003e that line the bay.\u003cbr data-start=\"2073\" data-end=\"2076\"\u003e The climate is \u003cstrong data-start=\"2088\" data-end=\"2109\"\u003etemperate and rainy\u003c\/strong\u003e , with mild summers and abundant rainfall throughout the year, giving it its characteristic deep green color.\u003cbr data-start=\"2221\" data-end=\"2224\"\u003e Among the most important towns are \u003cstrong data-start=\"2271\" data-end=\"2316\"\u003eAncud, Dalcahue, Achao, Quellón and Chonchi\u003c\/strong\u003e , each with its own identity linked to fishing, carpentry, religion or commerce. \u003cbr data-start=\"2413\" data-end=\"2416\"\u003eThe current connectivity, thanks to the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2451\" data-end=\"2470\"\u003eChacao Channel\u003c\/strong\u003e , has boosted strong tourism and cultural development, without losing the rural essence that distinguishes it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"2575\" data-end=\"2578\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2580\" data-end=\"2610\"\u003e 🎒 Main activities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"2612\" data-end=\"2643\"\u003e 🌲 Nature and ecotourism \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-start=\"2644\" data-end=\"3099\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2644\" data-end=\"2882\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2646\" data-end=\"2755\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2646\" data-end=\"2676\"\u003eTantauco Park (Quellón):\u003c\/strong\u003e hiking through ancient forests, wildlife observation and rustic camping. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-start=\"2758\" data-end=\"2882\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2758\" data-end=\"2820\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2760\" data-end=\"2820\"\u003e From \u003cstrong data-start=\"2766\" data-end=\"2800\"\u003eCLP 15,000 \/ USD 16 \/ EUR 14.5\u003c\/strong\u003e (entrance + map). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2823\" data-end=\"2882\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2825\" data-end=\"2882\"\u003e Complete guided tour: \u003cstrong data-start=\"2847\" data-end=\"2879\"\u003eCLP 45,000 \/ USD 47 \/ EUR 43\u003c\/strong\u003e . \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2884\" data-end=\"3099\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2886\" data-end=\"2965\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2886\" data-end=\"2963\"\u003eNavigation through inland channels and marine wildlife viewing (Ancud):\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-start=\"2968\" data-end=\"3099\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2968\" data-end=\"3011\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2970\" data-end=\"3011\"\u003e From \u003cstrong data-start=\"2976\" data-end=\"3008\"\u003eCLP 30,000 \/ USD 32 \/ EUR 29\u003c\/strong\u003e . \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"3014\" data-end=\"3099\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3016\" data-end=\"3099\"\u003e Premium version with biologist guide and local snack: \u003cstrong data-start=\"3064\" data-end=\"3096\"\u003eCLP 70,000 \/ USD 74 \/ EUR 67\u003c\/strong\u003e . \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"3101\" data-end=\"3130\"\u003e 🏛️ Culture and heritage \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-start=\"3131\" data-end=\"3528\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"3131\" data-end=\"3345\"\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"3133\" data-end=\"3218\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3133\" data-end=\"3172\"\u003eRoute of Heritage Churches:\u003c\/strong\u003e visit to Achao, Dalcahue, Chonchi and Tenaún. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-start=\"3221\" data-end=\"3345\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"3221\" data-end=\"3271\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3223\" data-end=\"3271\"\u003e Basic tour: \u003cstrong data-start=\"3236\" data-end=\"3268\"\u003eCLP 25,000 \/ USD 26 \/ EUR 24\u003c\/strong\u003e . \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"3274\" data-end=\"3345\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3276\" data-end=\"3345\"\u003e Full tour with historical guide: \u003cstrong data-start=\"3310\" data-end=\"3342\"\u003eCLP 50,000 \/ USD 53 \/ EUR 48\u003c\/strong\u003e . \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"3347\" data-end=\"3528\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3349\" data-end=\"3456\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"3349\" data-end=\"3396\"\u003eCastro Regional Museum and Craft Fair:\u003c\/strong\u003e exhibition on local traditions, textiles and carvings. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-start=\"3459\" data-end=\"3528\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"3459\" data-end=\"3528\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3461\" data-end=\"3528\"\u003e Free admission, workshops from \u003cstrong data-start=\"3494\" data-end=\"3525\"\u003eCLP 5,000 \/ USD 5 \/ EUR 4.5\u003c\/strong\u003e . \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"3530\" data-end=\"3551\"\u003e ⚓ Sea and sports \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-start=\"3552\" data-end=\"3904\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"3552\" data-end=\"3729\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3554\" data-end=\"3605\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"3554\" data-end=\"3603\"\u003eKayaking or SUP in Castro or Dalcahue Bay:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-start=\"3608\" data-end=\"3729\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"3608\" data-end=\"3661\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3610\" data-end=\"3661\"\u003e Class and equipment: \u003cstrong data-start=\"3626\" data-end=\"3658\"\u003eCLP 18,000 \/ USD 19 \/ EUR 17\u003c\/strong\u003e . \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"3664\" data-end=\"3729\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3666\" data-end=\"3729\"\u003e Guided tour with photography: \u003cstrong data-start=\"3694\" data-end=\"3726\"\u003eCLP 38,000 \/ USD 40 \/ EUR 36\u003c\/strong\u003e . \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"3731\" data-end=\"3904\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3733\" data-end=\"3783\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"3733\" data-end=\"3781\"\u003eArtisanal tourism fishing (Chepu or Quellón):\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-start=\"3786\" data-end=\"3904\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"3786\" data-end=\"3834\"\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"3788\" data-end=\"3834\"\u003eHalf day: \u003cstrong data-start=\"3799\" data-end=\"3831\"\u003eCLP 40,000 \/ USD 42 \/ EUR 38\u003c\/strong\u003e . \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"3837\" data-end=\"3904\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3839\" data-end=\"3904\"\u003e Full day with tasting: \u003cstrong data-start=\"3869\" data-end=\"3901\"\u003eCLP 80,000 \/ USD 84 \/ EUR 77\u003c\/strong\u003e . \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"3906\" data-end=\"3909\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3911\" data-end=\"3950\"\u003e 📸 Featured tourist attractions \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-start=\"3951\" data-end=\"4398\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"3951\" data-end=\"4047\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3953\" data-end=\"4047\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"3953\" data-end=\"3987\"\u003eUNESCO Heritage Churches:\u003c\/strong\u003e built between the 17th and 19th centuries using native wood. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"4048\" data-end=\"4117\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"4050\" data-end=\"4117\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"4050\" data-end=\"4083\"\u003eGamboa stilt houses (Castro):\u003c\/strong\u003e a photographic symbol of the island. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"4118\" data-end=\"4213\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"4120\" data-end=\"4213\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"4120\" data-end=\"4147\"\u003eChiloé National Park:\u003c\/strong\u003e trails through humid scrubland, pristine beaches and wildlife. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"4214\" data-end=\"4260\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"4216\" data-end=\"4260\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"4216\" data-end=\"4236\"\u003ePuñihuil Islet:\u003c\/strong\u003e penguin colony. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"4261\" data-end=\"4317\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"4263\" data-end=\"4317\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"4263\" data-end=\"4283\"\u003eTen-Ten viewpoint:\u003c\/strong\u003e panoramic view of the fjord and Castro. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"4318\" data-end=\"4398\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"4320\" data-end=\"4398\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"4320\" data-end=\"4352\"\u003eDalcahue craft fair:\u003c\/strong\u003e a cultural and gastronomic meeting point. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"4400\" data-end=\"4403\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"4405\" data-end=\"4432\"\u003e 🏡 Types of accommodation \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-start=\"4433\" data-end=\"4800\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"4433\" data-end=\"4525\"\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"4435\" data-end=\"4525\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4435\" data-end=\"4464\"\u003eRural family lodging:\u003c\/strong\u003e CLP 35,000 – 50,000 \/ USD 37 – 53 \/ EUR 33 – 48 per night. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"4526\" data-end=\"4616\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"4528\" data-end=\"4616\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"4528\" data-end=\"4565\"\u003eCabins or hostels facing the sea:\u003c\/strong\u003e CLP 60,000 – 80,000 \/ USD 63 – 84 \/ EUR 57 – 76. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"4617\" data-end=\"4800\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"4619\" data-end=\"4729\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"4619\" data-end=\"4672\"\u003e4★ hotels and boutique lodges (Castro \/ Dalcahue):\u003c\/strong\u003e CLP 110,000 – 180,000 \/ USD 116 – 190 \/ EUR 105 – 172. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-start=\"4732\" data-end=\"4800\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"4732\" data-end=\"4800\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"4734\" data-end=\"4800\"\u003e Notable examples include Tierra Chiloé, Ocio Territorial, and Palafito 1326 Hotel. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"4802\" data-end=\"4805\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"4807\" data-end=\"4826\"\u003e 🍽️ Gastronomy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"4827\" data-end=\"4932\"\u003e Chilote cuisine is \u003cstrong data-start=\"4848\" data-end=\"4888\"\u003eone of the most distinctive in Chile\u003c\/strong\u003e , with ingredients from the sea and the land. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-start=\"4933\" data-end=\"5285\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"4933\" data-end=\"5022\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"4935\" data-end=\"5022\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"4935\" data-end=\"4955\"\u003eCuranto en hoyo:\u003c\/strong\u003e ceremonial dish cooked underground with seafood, meat and potatoes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"5023\" data-end=\"5110\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"5025\" data-end=\"5110\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"5025\" data-end=\"5050\"\u003eMilcaos and chapaleles:\u003c\/strong\u003e derived from the native Chilote potato, they accompany almost everything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"5111\" data-end=\"5204\"\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"5113\" data-end=\"5204\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5113\" data-end=\"5171\"\u003eConger eel stew, southern hake, Chiloé oysters\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"5174\" data-end=\"5201\"\u003elocal craft beer\u003c\/strong\u003e . \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"5205\" data-end=\"5285\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"5207\" data-end=\"5285\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"5207\" data-end=\"5226\"\u003eSmoked cheeses\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"5229\" data-end=\"5251\"\u003ehomemade jams\u003c\/strong\u003e complete the rural experience. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"5292\" data-end=\"5313\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"5314\" data-end=\"5416\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"5314\" data-end=\"5416\"\u003e“In Chiloé, time stands still and legends come to life amidst the mist, the wood, and the sea.”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"5292\" data-end=\"5313\"\u003e 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