Views
of Torres del Paine
The Torres del Paine National Park,
by many said to be one of the best parks in South America, is located in Chilean
Patagonia. One of the major attractions of the park (declared a Biosphere Reserve by
UNESCO in 1978) is the Paine Massif, composed mainly of granite, and originating 12
million years ago. The highest peak is the Paine Grande (3050 mt. - 10,000 ft.), although
the most representative peaks are the "Cuernos del Paine" featured in most
pictures of the Park.
The Torres del Paine are three
sheer granite towers, which make a challenging and much coveted goal for experienced
climbers. Outstanding views can be seen from every corner of the park, where glaciers,
lakes, lagoons and rivers follow one another under the ever present Towers.
