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Pucon & Volcan Villarrica

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April 19th 2007
Leaving the lovely Rio de Luna hostel early on the 19th, our next stop was Pucon, known for its hot springs and the Villarrica Volcano. Arriving at lunchtime, we had plenty of time to check out the accommodation on offer before deciding on our home for the next few days, Hostel Geronimo. Having dumped our bags in our room, we were given a recommendation from the receptionist of a good tour ope ... read more

South America » Chile » Araucanía » Pucón

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Prior to the coming of the Spanish in the 16th century, northern Chile was under Inca rule while Araucanian Indians inhabited central and southern Chile; the latter were not completely subjugated until the early 1880s. Although Chile declared its ind... ... read more