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Descending to land in Antofagasta airport, we fly over this dry coast where is located one of the biggest astronomical observatories, on top of mount Paranal. The clear skies and stable atmosphere make this place one of the best for star observation.
Sorry for my long absences, summer is a busy time for airline pilots.

I had to exaggerate the levels correction to somehow improve the photo.
This volcano is located in southern Chile overlooking channel Moraleda in Aysén region.

One of the great attractions in Patagonia, this mount is accessible from the Argentinian village of El Chaltén.

After a very busy 2011 it's good to sit and relax in family to celebrate Christmas.
Wish all my dear Flickr Friends a wonderful Christmas, plenty of peace and happiness.

Seen from the north at 35000 ft. It stretches for more than 300 km. along the Andes.
There is a nearby small fishing and logging village named Caleta Tortel that is turning into special interest tourism aiming to attract visitors to the area.