Introducing Ancud
Ancud is the first large town for those coming from Puerto Montt. It was once a rather wealthy place with gracious buildings, palafitos and a railway line. But the earthquake of 1960 destroyed much of that and today the sprawling city is built primarily of boxy concrete structures and is not particularly attractive. Ancud makes a good base to explore the nearby penguin colonies, its quality museum, some rugged beaches and sea-kayaking spots, but if you are short on days it is recommended that you push on to the more distinct Castro.
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Last updated: Nov 17, 2010
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RE: Terramar Hostel, Ancud, Chiloe - A Warning
by Standanista 16 May 2011
Has anybody asked the local Chiloé police to have a look at this bloke?
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RE: Terramar Hostel, Ancud, Chiloe - A Warning
by LoneWanderer 12 May 2011
You guys had a lucky escape. Eduardo, or Coco as he is sometimes known is a professional con-artist. He had robbed people of a lot of…
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Seaweed sold in bundles
by slow_traveller 14 April 2011
hi again, how do i cook this seaweed... like in a soup? and can i find it in Santiago? i don´t want to lug it around for another 3…
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