Huemul Island facts for kids
Huemul Island (which means "Huemul Island" in Spanish) is a special island found in the big Nahuel Huapi Lake. It's located right off the shore of San Carlos de Bariloche, a city in the Río Negro Province of Argentina. You can find it at these coordinates: 41°06′23″S 71°23′42″W / 41.10639°S 71.39500°W. The island gets its name from a very important Mapuche chief named Güemul, whose people used to live in this area a long time ago.
About Huemul Island
Huemul Island is known as a great place for tourists to visit. It's important for its history and its natural environment. For many years, the government of Río Negro Province was in charge of the island. Recently, after a process where different groups could offer their plans, the island was given to the local government of Bariloche to manage. This means the city of Bariloche is now responsible for taking care of the island and making sure people can enjoy it.
History of the Island's Name
The name of Huemul Island comes from the Mapuche people, who are the original inhabitants of this land. Chief Güemul was a respected leader of his tribe. Naming the island after him honors the rich history and culture of the Mapuche people in the region.
See also
- Huemul Project, an Argentine science project that explored new energy sources.
