Angamos Island facts for kids
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Native name:
Isla Angamos
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 Angamos Island
Location in Chile
Angamos Island, at the West Coast of Chile
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| Geography | |
| Coordinates | 49°08′S 75°00′W / 49.133°S 75.000°W |
| Adjacent bodies of water | Pacific ocean |
| Area | 447.7 km2 (172.9 sq mi) |
| Coastline | 187.7 km (116.63 mi) |
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| Region | Magallanes and Chilean Antarctica Region |
| Province | Última Esperanza |
| Commune | Puerto Natales |
| Additional information | |
| NGA UFI -872266 | |
Angamos Island (Spanish: Isla Angamos) is a fascinating island located in the southern part of Chile. It's found in the Magallanes and Chilean Antarctica Region, a beautiful area known for its stunning natural landscapes. This island is surrounded by several channels, like the Ladrillero, Machado, and Hernán Gallego Channel. Angamos Island covers an area of about 447.7 square kilometers (about 173 square miles) and has a coastline stretching 187.7 kilometers.
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Where is Angamos Island?
Angamos Island is located in the Pacific Ocean, off the west coast of Chile. It is part of the Magallanes and Chilean Antarctica Region, which is the southernmost region of Chile. This region is famous for its fjords, glaciers, and wild natural beauty.
Administrative Location
Even though it's an island, Angamos Island belongs to specific administrative areas within Chile.
- It is part of the Magallanes and Chilean Antarctica Region.
- Within that region, it falls under the Última Esperanza Province.
- Finally, it is part of the Puerto Natales commune.
What is an Island?
An island is a piece of land that is completely surrounded by water. It is smaller than a continent. Islands can be found in oceans, seas, lakes, or rivers. Angamos Island is an oceanic island, meaning it is in the Pacific Ocean.
Types of Islands
Islands can form in different ways:
- Continental islands are pieces of land that were once connected to a continent. They separated due to rising sea levels or geological changes.
- Oceanic islands are formed by volcanic activity on the ocean floor. They grow upwards until they break the surface of the water.
- Coral islands are formed from the skeletons of tiny sea creatures called corals.
Angamos Island is likely a continental island, given its location near the Chilean mainland and its rugged coastline, typical of areas shaped by glaciers.
Geography of the Region
The area around Angamos Island is known for its unique geography. The Magallanes and Chilean Antarctica Region is famous for its many islands, narrow waterways called channels, and deep fjords. These features were carved out by ancient glaciers.
Channels and Fjords
- Channels are natural waterways that connect two larger bodies of water. Angamos Island is surrounded by several of these, which are important for navigation.
- Fjords are long, narrow, deep inlets of the sea, with steep sides. They are created by glaciers moving through valleys. The Magallanes region has many stunning fjords.
The climate in this part of Chile is often cool and wet, with strong winds. This creates a unique environment for plants and animals adapted to these conditions.
See also
In Spanish: Isla Angamos para niños
