CHILE ~ Isla Marta - Punta Arenas ~

... Beautiful views of a remote island situated off the coast of Punta Arenas in the picturesque Magallanes and Chilean Antarctica region... visitors are treated to breathtaking views of rugged coastlines, lush landscapes, and diverse wildlife... primarily known for its rich marine life,  including a variety of seabirds and for its large colony of Southern sea lions, estimated to number 1,500 individuals... they can often be spotted basking on the rocky shores.... visitors can observe them  with small boats slowly near the beach... many will come to encounter the new-comers as seals are very curious... you are not allowed to go ashore on Isla Marta  in order to protect the natural environment ...  this island is a paradise for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers... Thanks a lot Monica!ヽ(•‿•)ノ

Isla Marta is located northeast of Punta Arenas in the South of Chile. It is about 12 hectares and part of the Los Pingüinos Natural Monument, established in 1982, which includes the larger Magdalena Island.

While many names for the islands have been used during early exploration by Spanish ships and pirates, their current names, Marta and Magdalena were given by a 16th-century Spanish explorer, Pedro Sarmiento de Gamboa. Little history of the island from the time of Spanish colonialism to the present day has been recorded.

The Southern sea lion is a member of the Otariidae family, which is the family of eared seals. This family is distinguished by having visible external ear flaps, unlike "true" seals. Their diet primarily consists of fish, crustaceans, and squid.

Photo: 2006 Daniel Bruhin W.

Stamps:

Dessert Flowers

(Issued 25-10-2017)
 

Christmas 

(Issued 26-11-2014)

CHILE~ Huerquehue National Park - UNESCO ~

... Pretty nature view... the park is one of the oldest protected wilderness areas in the country... located in the foothills of the Andes... in a rainforest full of araucarias which is affectionately known as the monkey puzzle... this massive tree reaches a height of 80 m and can live more than 3,000 years... considered sacred by the Mapuche which are the indigenous inhabitants of this region... the seeds of the tree were often harvested as a source of food... the park is also known for its breathtaking mountainous landscapes, where hills and valleys contain numerous lakes and lagoons... its name in Mapuche means "place of messengers", which refers to the sounds of the forest one can hear throughout the park... with many wonderful stamps👍...  Thanks a lot Hernan!¯\_(ツ)_/¯

Huerquehue National Park is located near the central midway part of Chile near the border of Argentina. The park encompasses an area of 125 sq km creating one of the smaller national parks within the country.The mountainous landscape varies in elevation from 720 to 2,000 m.

The park is part of a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve of the Araucarias Biosphere Reserve, created by UNESCO in 1983. that protects the tall araucaría trees with their mossy bark. You will also see the native evergreen coigüe trees in the higher regions, along with similar lenga trees. 

Stamps:

Christmas

(Issued 20-11-2018)

Whales at Sea Park Francisco Coloane

(Issued 2024)

Chilean Cartography

(Issued 04-11-2015)

Christmas December

(Issued 2022)

CHILI ~ Churches of Chiloé - UNESCO ~

... Nice views of two historic Catholic churches belonging to a group of 16 iconic wooden churches... the Churches of Chiloé are outstanding examples of the successful fusion of European and indigenous cultural traditions to produce a unique form of wooden architecture... the Church of Our Lady of Sorrows of Dalcahue (left one) is located on the main plaza of the small town of Dalcahue... it was founded in 1849 and built on a former missionary chapel... the Church of Santa María de Loreto de Achao is the oldest traditional Chiloé church built around 1740 and survives almost intact from de Jesuit mission era... they were all built near the coast using locally cut cypress and larch wood... all joined wood, without nails... Thanks a lot Alex!ヽ(ヅ)ノ

Chiloé Island, also known as Greater Island of Chiloé, is the largest island of the Chiloé Archipelago. The island is located in southern Chile, in the Los Lagos Region and is referred to as the main island in the archipelago.

Out of 70 churches, 16 churches survived fires and natural disasters over the centuries, including the 1960 earthquake and tidal wave.The standing churches: Achao, Quinchao, Castro, Rilán, Nercón, Aldachildo, Ichuac, Detif, Vilupulli, Chonchi, Tenaún, Colo, San Juan, Dalcahue, Chellín, and Caguach were inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage sites in 2000.

Stamps:
 

Architecture - View of the Old and New Congress 

(Issued 03-07-2011)

Mail Boxes 

(Issued 21-10-2011)

CHILE ~ Valdivia ~

... Nice view of the Rivers district along the Calle Calle river... a city, characterized by its tranquility and beautiful river landscapes... its German influences and university life... Valdivia is known for being the most affected city by the "Great Chilean Earthquake"... in 1960, it was mostly damaged by the most powerful ever recorded earthquake with a magnitude 9.5 on the Richter scale...  however "The City of Rivers" stood up again and today is one of the most touristic of Chile, supported by its fascinating natural environment... Thanks a lot Sabrina!!【ツ】

Valdivia is a city in southern Chile, it is named after its founder Pedro de Valdivia and is located at the confluence of the Valdivia River, Calle Calle, CauCau and Cruces River, as well as limiting to the west with the Pacific Ocean. It is the capital of the Los Rios region, a newly created region.

Stamp:

The 100th Anniversary of Naval Seaplanes
(Issued 16-03-2016)

CHILE ~ Robinson Crusoe Island - Juan Fernandez Archipelago National Park - UNESCO ~

... Fantastic surprise coming from an island home of legends, pirates and treasures... the midst of amazing nature and landscapes... part of a National Park and with wonderful special postmark👍... a tiny person is standing on the cliff... overlooking this powerful landscape must make you feel small... so wish it was me...   Robinson Crusoe Island is the biggest and most important island in the Juan Fernandez Archipelago... there are many things to do, from trekking to nature sightseeing, horseback riding, diving and snorkeling... the special postmark is from Robinson Crusoe island itself with the picture of a lobster, one of the main income of the islanders, they harvest and export them!
Big Thanks once more David!! (✿ ♥‿♥) ➜ Postcards A world Travelogue 

© 2002 Daniel Bruhin W.
From backside postcard:
"Francés Harbor was named after the French buccaneers who preferred to land here in the 18thC far away from their enemies who anchored usually in Cumberland Bay or further west in English Bay. Its Valley is very eroded due to overgrazing by introduces mammals. Higher up the Valley, native forest is still found especially near the " Rebaja de la Piña" lookout from where a spectacular view can be obtained. To protect this refuge of nature only guided excursions are allowed."  
The Juan Fernández Islands are a sparsely inhabited island group reliant on tourism and fishing in the South Pacific Ocean. Situated 670 km off the coast of Chile, they are composed of three main volcanic islands: Robinson Crusoe, Alejandro Selkirk and Santa Clara. Most of the archipelago's present-day inhabitants reside on Robinson Crusoe Island, mainly in the capital, San Juan Bautista, at Cumberland Bay on the island's north coast. The group of islands are part of Chile's Valparaíso Region (which also includes Easter Island), and along with the Desventuradas Islands, form one of the nine communes of Valparaíso Province named Juan Fernández.

The islands are primarily known for having been the home to the marooned sailor Alexander Selkirk for more than four years from 1704. His experience was the raw material that inspired Daniel Defoe to write world famous Robinson Crusoe, first published in April 1719.

Juan Fernández Archipelago National Park is located in the Pacific Ocean and covers 96 square kilometres and comprises the Santa Clara, Alejandro Selkirk and the most part of the Robinson Crusoe Island islands. It was declared a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO in 1977, and became a National Park in 1935.

Stamps:

2X The 75th Anniversary of the EM School (Issued 14-09-2017)

CHILE ~ Traditions and food ~

... A really great postcard with many views of the countries nature, culture and cuisine.... a land of extremes... from the driest place on Earth, the Atacama Desert to the fjords of Southern Chile... it is one of the biggest exporters of wine... Thanks a lot Wilmer!!ヽ(ヅ)ノ

Chile is a South American country occupying a long, narrow strip of land between the Andes mountains and the Pacific Ocean. It borders Peru, Bolivia, Argentina, and the Drake Passage.

Chilean territory includes the Pacific islands of Juan Fernández, Salas y Gómez, Desventuradas, and Easter Island in Oceania. Chile also claims about 1,250,000 square kilometres (480,000 sq mi) of Antarctica, although all claims are suspended under the Antarctic Treaty.

Stamp:

The 100th Anniversary of the City of Chuquicamata
(Issued 03-06-2015)

CHILE ~Patagonia-Torres del Paine National Park-The Horns of Paine- UNESCO ~

Chile beauty nr 2...breathtaking mountain view...Thanks a lot Hernán!!

The 181,000 hectares of Torres del Paine National Park were designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1978. Torres del Paine lies between the Andes and Patagonian steppe, and is made up of snow-clad mountains, glacier lakes, forests, incredible wildlife  and some of the best hiking tours that Chile has to offer. It also happens to be one of the most beautiful,unique and desolate regions on the planet.

The Horns of Paine, located within the park, have stood here for more than 12 million years, and were formed bu huge glaciers that eroded away the outer sedimentary layer of rock, exposing the inner core of granite.


Second stamp of the series:
3rd Anniversary of the Rescue of the Miners from San Jose mine
and Rapa Nui stamps- Man with painted face

CHILE ~Flora and Fauna ~

A fantastic multiview from Chile...my first of two wonderful cards coming from there (last one received in 2009!) ... it's one of the most slender countries in the world at just 240 km at its widest point...Manys thanks Hernan!

With great stamps:
3rd Anniversary of the Rescue of the Miners from San Jose mine. (Issued 30-10-2013)
Rapa Nui - Man with painted face
(Issued 05-08-2011)

©Hispapel The biodiversity of Chile is rich and precious, and its animals and plants are valued highly throughout the world. Of its 5,100 species of flora and fauna, more than 2,500 are endemic – that is found nowhere else on Earth.

Chile is a South American country occupying a long, narrow strip of land between the Andes mountains to the east and the Pacific Ocean to the west. It borders Peru, Bolivia, Argentina, and the Drake Passage. Chilean territory includes the Pacific islands of Juan Fernández, Salas y Gómez, Desventuradas, and Easter Island in Oceania.
Chile also claims about 1,250,000 square kilometres (480,000 sq mi) of Antarctica, although all claims are suspended under the Antarctic Treaty.

CHILE ~Easter Island-UNESCO~

...Another amazing card from Easter Island, this one shows more general views of the island and the girl is wearing typical clothing and dances a typical dance.
I think the back of the card says it all:
A mysterious island paradise full of life an color. Such is RAPA NUI, leaving an indelible impression on the memory...

Easter Island (Rapa Nui: Rapa Nui, Spanish: Isla de Pa
scua) is a Polynesian island in the southeastern Pacific Ocean, at the southeastern most point of the Polynesian triangle. The island is a special territory of Chile. Easter Island is famous for its monumental statues, called moai created by the Rapanui people. It is a world heritage site with much of the island protected within the Rapa Nui National Park.

CHILE

Great start of the week! Beautiful views of The Gold Coast of Australia and lots of amazing waterfalls of Chile... They all looking so spectacular and overwhelming...


Copious rivers and magnificient waterfalls, common sights in the south of Chile.

CHILE ~Easter Island-UNESCO~

Oke... I must admit... I think this is one of my most favoutite received cards... but a trip to Easter Island and to see this amazing and so mysterious statues are on top of my wishlist...I think it must be one of the strangest and most magical places on earth!! Because this probably remains a dream... to have a card from the site in my collection is certainly the second best thing...


Ahu Tongariki are 15 giant volcanic rock statues called Moais on Easter Island in the South Pacific . Ahu Tongariki is the largest ceremonial platform on Rapu Nui and dates back to 900-1000 AD. They where built to watch over ancient settlement and all stand with their back to the ocean. The main body of the figure weights ninety tons and the Pukao or hat another ten.It became a UNESCO site in 1995.

CHILE ~Pueblo de Zúñiga~

CHILI ~Pueblo de Zúñiga~
Originally uploaded by gerda_dager

Sent by Noella from Pueblo de Zuniga. This town was made a national monument in 2OO4 because it has the typical designed and architecture of small towns in the 19th century.