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Patagonia is a pioneering land of vast horizons and limitless possibilities. Footprint's Patagonia Handbook will guide you from emerald lakes and snow-capped volcanoes, through estancias on the Argentine steppe, down to granite turrets sculpted by roaring, powerful glaciers.
- Great coverage of the top activities and sights in the region, including glacier trekking, white-water rafting, whale spotting, boat trips and birdwatching - Loaded with information and suggestions on how to get off the beaten track, from ancient cave art to thermal pools - Includes comprehensive information on everything from transport and practicalities to history, culture & landscape - Plus all the usual accommodation, eating and drinking listings for every budget - Full-colour planning section to inspire travellers and help them find the best experiences
From Volcán Villarrica to the Tierra del Fuego, Footprint's fully updated 4th edition will help you navigate this frontier destination.
List of contents
1) Introduction 2) Essentials 3) Buenos Aires 4) Argentine Lake District 5) Atlantic Coast 6) Ruta 40 to the Glaciers 7) Santiago 8) Chilean Lake District 9 )Chiloé 10) Carretera Austral 9) Far South 10) Tierra del Fuego 11) Background 12) Footnotes
About the author
Ben Box has been working on the South American Handbook for over 30 years and is a Latin America expert. Ben has contributed to newspapers, magazines and learned tomes, usually on the subject of travel, and has also been involved in Footprints Central America & Mexico, Caribbean Islands, Brazil and Peru since their inception. Having a doctorate in Spanish and Portuguese studies from London University, Ben maintains a strong interest in Latin American literature and culture.
Summary
Patagonia is a pioneering land of vast horizons and limitless possibilities. Footprints Patagonia Handbook will guide you from emerald lakes and snow-capped volcanoes, through estancias on the Argentine steppe, down to granite turrets sculpted by roaring, powerful glaciers.
Great coverage of the top activities and sights in the region, including glacier trekking, white-water rafting, whale spotting, boat trips and birdwatching
Loaded with information and suggestions on how to get off the beaten track, from ancient cave art to thermal pools
Includes comprehensive information on everything from transport and practicalities to history, culture & landscape
Plus all the usual accommodation, eating and drinking listings for every budget
Full-colour planning section to inspire travellers and help them find the best experiences
From Volcn Villarrica to the Tierra del Fuego, Footprints fully updated 4th edition will help you navigate this frontier destination.
