lashonharangue in Chile
Arriving back in Puerto Río Tranquilo we found the weather perfect for touring the Marble Caves (in Spanish Capillas de Mármol, literally marble chapels). There are many tour boats that hold about 20 people each. They leave about every 15 minutes in a staggered schedule so they don’t all crowd around at the same time.
There are several small islands that are eroded remnants of marble. The erosion is due to wave action and is believed to be a recent geological feature (6,000 years old). The water in the lake carries glacial sediment, hence the turquoise color. One of the islands is called the Catedral de Mármol and weddings are performed there.
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