Parque para la Preservación de la Memoria Histórica de Calama

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Parque para la Preservación de la Memoria Histórica de Calama

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Parque para la Preservación de la Memoria Histórica de Calama, Human rights memorial in Calama, Chile

The memorial features 26 concrete pillars and 8 interior columns, representing victims of political persecution during Chile's military dictatorship period.

Inaugurated in 2004, this memorial marks the location where remains of 26 political prisoners, executed by the Caravan of Death, were discovered in 1990.

The memorial serves as an educational center where families share personal accounts and memories of those who lost their lives during the dictatorship.

The memorial, situated 13 kilometers southeast of Calama, offers free entry and regular guided tours focusing on human rights education.

The memorial's architectural design incorporates the Fibonacci sequence and golden ratio in its structure, including staircases and column dimensions.

Location: Calama

Location: Antofagasta Region

GPS coordinates: -22.42372,-68.91569

Latest update: March 2, 2025 22:48

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