Huar Island facts for kids
Huar Island, in the middle of the Reloncaví Sound
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| Geography | |
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| Coordinates | 41°41′03″S 72°57′04″W / 41.684277°S 72.951234°W |
| Archipelago | Calbuco Archipelago |
| Administration | |
| Region | Los Lagos |
| Province | Llanquihue |
| Commune | Calbuco |
| Demographics | |
| Population | ~1200 (Censo 2002) |
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| NGA UFI -883816 | |
Huar Island, also called Guar Island (Spanish: Isla Guar), is a cool island that's part of the Calbuco Archipelago. It's located in a watery area called the Reloncaví Sound in Chile. This island is about 15 kilometers (about 9 miles) northeast of Calbuco and 20 kilometers (about 12 miles) south of Puerto Montt.
Even though Huar Island doesn't have a big electricity network, its five schools are all connected to the internet! There are five main communities on the island: Quetrolauquén, Alfaro, Nalcahue, Chucagua, and Colhue. Huar Island was also one of the last places where the Chono people lived.
Life on Huar Island
Huar Island is home to about 1200 people. They live in five main settlements across the island. These communities are Quetrolauquén, Alfaro, Nalcahue, Chucagua, and Colhue.
Schools and Internet
Education is important on Huar Island. There are five schools, one in each of the main settlements. While the island doesn't have a full electricity network like big cities, all five schools are connected to the internet. This helps students learn and connect with the rest of the world.
Island History
Huar Island has a long history. It was one of the last places where the Chono people lived. The Chono were a group of indigenous people who lived along the coast and islands of southern Chile. They were known for their skills in fishing and navigating the waters in their canoes.
Location and Geography
Huar Island is part of the Calbuco Archipelago, which is a group of islands. It sits right in the middle of the Reloncaví Sound. A "sound" is a large sea or ocean inlet that is deeper than a bay. This location makes the island a special part of the beautiful Chilean landscape.
