Founded by German colonists in 1853, Puerto Montt is one of southern Chile's most important cities. Located at the very end of the Pan American highway, it is the gateway to the magical, mystical land of fjords, canals and snow-capped volcanoes, the scenic Lake District, and the enchantment of southern Chile. Glaciers carved out this terrain, leaving the jewel-like lakes in their wake. The Lake District was a magnet for German immigrants, and their legacy can be seen today in the manicured rose gardens of Puerto Varas, the "German Villages" like Frutillar, and the gabled homes with elaborate balconies of Puerto Montt. In this idyllic setting, surrounded by national parks, lakes and mountains, it's easy to understand why people come here to enjoy the outdoors "South-American style."
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