Pilauco Bajo, Osorno
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Facts and practical information
Pilauco is a paleontological and archaeological site located in the city of Osorno in Southern Chile. The site contains both human made lithic artifacts and megafauna remains–including gomphotheres. All the horizons containing megafauna and evidence of human activity date to the late Pleistocene. The calibrated radiocarbon dates indicate there was human activity in the site between 16,400 and -12,800 cal years B.P. ()
Day trips
Pilauco Bajo – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: St. Matthew's Cathedral, Fuerte Reina Luisa, Estadio Rubén Marcos Peralta, Universidad de Los Lagos.