Cueva del Milodón Natural Monument

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by Remi Jouan

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Cueva del Milodón Natural Monument is a fascinating natural reserve located in southern Chile, near the town of Puerto Natales in the Magallanes Region. The area is renowned for its massive cave, which gained significant archaeological importance after the discovery of well-preserved remains of a prehistoric giant sloth, known as a milodón, in the late 19th century. The monument encompasses several caves, a rock formation called the Silla del Diablo (Devil's Chair), and beautiful surrounding landscapes. Visitors can explore the cave, where informative displays provide insights into the region's prehistoric wildlife and the early human inhabitants who once used the cave as a shelter.