Diego de Almagro Island facts for kids
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Native name:
Isla Diego de Almagro
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 Diego de Almagro Island
Location in Pacific Ocean
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| Geography | |
| Coordinates | 51°25′S 75°08′W / 51.417°S 75.133°W |
| Adjacent bodies of water | Pacific Ocean |
| Area | 376 km2 (145 sq mi) |
| Coastline | 235.2 km (146.15 mi) |
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| Region | Magallanes |
| Province | Última Esperanza |
| Commune | Puerto Natales |
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| NGA UFI=-879670 | |
Diego de Almagro Island (Spanish: Isla Diego de Almagro) is an island located in the Magallanes Region of Chile. It used to be known as Cambridge Island. This island is found southwest of Hanover Island in the vast Pacific Ocean.
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About Diego de Almagro Island
Diego de Almagro Island is a part of Chile, a long country in South America. The island is located in the southern part of Chile, in a region known for its many islands and rugged coastlines. It's a place with wild nature and often strong winds.
Where is the Island?
The island is in the Magallanes Region, which is the southernmost region of Chile. It's part of the Última Esperanza Province and the Puerto Natales commune. This area is famous for its fjords, glaciers, and many islands. The island sits in the Pacific Ocean, which is the largest ocean on Earth.
How Big is It?
Diego de Almagro Island covers an area of about 376 square kilometers (about 145 square miles). To give you an idea, that's roughly the size of a medium-sized city. Its coastline stretches for about 235.2 kilometers (146 miles). This long coastline suggests it has many bays and inlets.
Who was Diego de Almagro?
The island is named after Diego de Almagro, a famous Spanish explorer. He was one of the first Europeans to explore parts of South America in the 1500s. He traveled with Francisco Pizarro during the conquest of the Inca Empire. Later, he led his own expedition to explore what is now Chile. Naming the island after him honors his historical journeys in the region.
What is the Island Like?
Like many islands in this part of Chile, Diego de Almagro Island is likely uninhabited. The region is known for its cold, wet climate and rough terrain. It's a place of natural beauty, with mountains, forests, and a lot of wildlife. However, it's not easy for people to live there.
See also
- List of islands of Chile
In Spanish: Isla Diego de Almagro para niños
