Cape Froward, Southern headland in Magallanes Region, Chile.
Cape Froward reaches an elevation of 214 meters at the southernmost point of continental South America, extending into the Magellan Strait waters.
English navigator Thomas Cavendish designated this geographical point as Cape Froward in January 1587 while exploring the Magellan Strait passage.
The Cruz de los Mares, a large metal cross erected on the cape in 1987, commemorates Pope John Paul II's visit to the Chilean territory.
Access to Cape Froward requires advance planning through maritime routes, as the location presents limited accessibility due to surrounding geographical conditions.
The cape stands at the exact coordinates of -53.892944 latitude and -71.306417 longitude, marking the terminal point of South American mainland.
Location: Magellan and the Chilean Antarctic Region
Elevation above the sea: 214 m
GPS coordinates: -53.89294,-71.30642
Latest update: March 13, 2025 11:10
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