Camerón facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Villa Cameron
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| Country | Chile |
| Region | Magallanes |
| Province | Tierra del Fuego |
| Municipality | Timaukel |
| Commune | Timaukel |
| Population
(2002 census [1])
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| • Total | 62 |
| Time zone | UTC−04:00 (Chilean Standard) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−03:00 (Chilean Daylight) |
| Area code(s) | Country + town = 56 + ? |
| Climate | Cfc |
Villa Cameron is a small village, also known as a hamlet, located on the southern part of Tierra del Fuego Island. It is the main town for the Timaukel area in the Magallanes Region of Chile. This quiet place sits right on the southern shore of Inútil Bay.
What is Villa Cameron?
Villa Cameron is a very small community. It serves as the administrative center for the Timaukel commune. Even though it's tiny, it's important for the people who live in this remote part of Chile.
Where is Villa Cameron Located?
This hamlet is found in the far south of Chile. It's on Tierra del Fuego Island, which is shared by Chile and Argentina. Villa Cameron is specifically in the Tierra del Fuego Province within the Magallanes Region. Its location on Inútil Bay means it's close to the water.
Life in Villa Cameron
Life in Villa Cameron is very peaceful due to its small size. According to a 2002 count, only 62 people lived there. The climate in this area is a subpolar oceanic climate, which means it can be cool and windy. The village is connected to other places by the Pampa Guanaco Airport, which helps people travel in and out of this remote region.
See also
In Spanish: Cameron (Chile) para niños
