Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Location
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The site of Ciudad del Rey Don Felipe, also known as Puerto del Hambre, is a significant archaeological location on the north shore of the Strait of Magellan in Patagonia, Chile. Founded in 1584 by Spanish explorer Pedro Sarmiento de Gamboa, the settlement was intended to fortify Spanish claims and hinder piracy in the region. However, harsh conditions led to its abandonment by 1587. The site later became notable for its association with maritime exploration, including visits by HMS Beagle in the 1830s during the voyage of Charles Darwin. Chile attempted resettlement in the 1840s, further emphasizing the site's strategic importance. Declared a National Monument in 1968, Puerto del Hambre offers insights into early colonial endeavors, maritime history, and its role in the geopolitical landscape of Patagonia.
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Defensive Structures
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