Patagonías
Patagonía is a historic and cultural region located at the southern end of South America, encompassing parts of southern Argentina and southern Chile. The name "Patagonia" originates from the 16th-century accounts of the Spanish explorer Francisco de Quesada, who described the indigenous inhabitants of the region as being unusually tall, referring to them as "patagones." This term was later applied to the entire area.
Geographically, Patagonía spans approximately 1,000 kilometers (620 miles) from the southern tip of Chile to the
Climatically, Patagonía is known for its cold, windy, and dry conditions, particularly in the steppe areas. The
Culturally, Patagonía has a rich indigenous heritage, including groups such as the Tehuelche, Mapuche, and Selknam
Economically, the region relies heavily on agriculture, particularly sheep and cattle ranching, as well as tourism.