With a long reaching Coast and wide range of environments Chile is known for breathtaking views and the many wonders that mother nature has to offer. Unfortunately some of these wonders come in the form of Natural Disasters.
Below is an astonishing video of the Puyehue Volcano that erupted last week in Chile. Fortunately it was far removed from Santiago and did not effect our students studying there, however it certainly made an impact for the locals living in the surrounding towns. Volcanoes are a fact of life for many people living around the world. While many times these are slow moving lava flows that are rather predictable like you find in Hawaii, but sometimes you can have major eruptions such as that at Mt. Saint Helens in Washington State.
While visiting Hawaii, Guatemala, Mexico, Italy and Costa Rica I had the opportunity to visit many volcanoes and they are definitely a must see when you are in there area. Its an awe inspiring experience the danger of molten lava rock is ever present. But it is also an experience you have to take in as you would any activity that involves some risk. These are once in a lifetime opportunities for most and it is what makes travelling very rewarding. After all if you have to always be in your comfort zone, then you may as well stay home.
While visiting Hawaii, Guatemala, Mexico, Italy and Costa Rica I had the opportunity to visit many volcanoes and they are definitely a must see when you are in there area. Its an awe inspiring experience the danger of molten lava rock is ever present. But it is also an experience you have to take in as you would any activity that involves some risk. These are once in a lifetime opportunities for most and it is what makes travelling very rewarding. After all if you have to always be in your comfort zone, then you may as well stay home.
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