Los Pingüinos Natural Monument

#397 among destinations in Chile

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Los Pingüinos Natural Monument is located 35 km northeast of Punta Arenas, Chile. Magdalena Island and the Marta Island, situated in the middle of the Strait of Magellan, is the main part of this natural monument. The largest penguin colonies of south Chile are on this island, including an estimated 60,000 breeding pairs of the Magellanic penguin. ()

Local name: Monumento natural Los Pingüinos Established: 1966 (58 years ago)Area: 0.37 mi²Elevation: 0 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 52°54'40"S, 70°34'41"W

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Los Pingüinos Natural Monument – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Magdalena Island.

0.5 miS
Island known for its penguin population
Magdalena Island
13 min walk • In addition to its abundant wildlife, Magdalena Island also boasts a rich history that dates back to the 19th century. The island is home to a historic lighthouse, which was built in 1902 and still stands as a testament to the island's maritime heritage.