Puerto Cristal

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Coyhaique, Coyhaique, XI Región, Chile

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Puerto Cristal is a former mining town located on the shores of Lake General Carrera, in the Aysén region, Chile. Founded in the 1940s, it was a major hub for zinc and lead mining until its closure in 1997 due to dwindling resources and economic challenges.

Today, Puerto Cristal has become a tourist attraction for those who want to explore historical ruins and enjoy breathtaking natural landscapes. Visitors can tour the old mining facilities and abandoned dwellings, gaining a unique insight into life in this remote Patagonian settlement.

To get to Puerto Cristal, it is necessary to travel by land from Coyhaique to Puerto Río Tranquilo, and from there take a boat that sails along Lake General Carrera to the old mining town. This tour allows you to appreciate the majesty of the lake and the surrounding mountains, offering an unforgettable experience in Chilean Patagonia

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