Ushuaia was originally settled by the Yaghan people who faced the brutal weather conditions almost completely naked. They had no permanent shelter in which to keep their clothes dry and they believed that the natural oil of their skin was better protection than soaking wet animal fur. After European contact the tribe died out due to illness and infringement. Between 1884 and 1947 Argentina, used the area as a penal colony, similar to what England did with Australia. Since 1950 the town has been used as a naval base and is the stepping off point for Antarctic Cruises.
Tierra del Fuego National Park. The end of the world.
Tierra del Fuego National Park. The end of the world.
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Hi JR!!
Happy New Year!! I am hoping your fantastic journey is going well. Don’t see any current postings so am a little concerned and hope that you are OK. How is your cruse going? I hear it’s summer time there. Sending you good wishes and prayers.
Love Laurie