Ex Ballenera de Quintay, Historical whaling station in Quintay, Chile
The former whaling complex contains a hoisting ramp, a pier with connecting rails, storage warehouses, and remnants of industrial tanks near the coastline.
This industrial facility, established in 1943, processed whales for oil, meat, and bone meal production until its closure in 1967.
The site documents the intersection of Chilean and Japanese maritime traditions through artifacts and structures from the final operational period.
The Quintay Foundation Museum presents maritime history through audiovisual exhibitions, operating from Tuesday to Sunday throughout the year.
The complex maintains its complete structural integrity, making it the only preserved whaling station of the five that existed in Chile.
Location: Quintay
GPS coordinates: -33.19311,-71.70223
Latest update: March 11, 2025 22:34
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