Magallanes Province

Magallanes Province is an administrative region in the far south with expansive landscapes surrounding the Strait of Magellan. It comprises several municipalities centered around the major city of Punta Arenas and covers territory with diverse geography.

The region gained importance when European seafarers sought safe shipping routes between oceans. Over time, the area developed into a trading hub and drew people seeking to build new lives there.

The population reflects the stories of immigrants who settled here and brought their traditions with them. You see these influences in family names, local customs, and the way the community maintains its bonds.

The best time to visit is during the warmer months when weather is more stable and daylight lasts longer. Flying is the most common way to reach this remote region and explore what it offers.

Penguins live here in natural colonies that visitors can see, offering a direct encounter with local wildlife. These birds have made the area a special destination for travelers wanting to observe them in their natural setting.

Location: Magellan and the Chilean Antarctic Region

Capital city: Punta Arenas

Elevation above the sea: 44 m

Shares border with: Última Esperanza Province, Tierra del Fuego Province, Antártica Chilena Province, Güer Aike Department

Website: http://gobernacionMagallanes.gov.cl

GPS coordinates: -53.16694,-70.93361

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:41