Cape Horn Biosphere Reserve, Biosphere reserve at the southern tip of Chile.
Cape Horn Biosphere Reserve is a protected area at the southern tip of Chile that combines marine waters, islands, fjords, and coastal forests into one vast landscape. The reserve unites ocean and land through a patchwork of different ecosystems.
The area was inhabited by the Yamana for thousands of years, who adapted to the harsh climate and navigated these waters by boat. Modern protection efforts began to preserve both the natural environment and traces of these ancient communities.
The place carries names rooted in maritime history and the Yamana peoples who thrived here for millennia. Visitors can observe how the landscape and sea shaped the way people lived and moved through this harsh environment.
Visiting requires thorough planning since the remote location has limited tourism infrastructure and few accommodation options. Expect variable weather and bring appropriate clothing for changing conditions.
The area holds the world's southernmost forests and contains a remarkable diversity of mosses and liverworts found nowhere else in such concentration. These tiny plants thrive in the wet, windy environment and form an essential part of local ecosystems.
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