Quick Facts
- Ushuaia is often referred to as the southernmost city in the world, located at a latitude of 54.8° S.
- The city was founded on October 12, 1884, and has since grown from a small penal colony into a vibrant port city.
- Ushuaia serves as a gateway for Antarctic expeditions, with numerous cruises departing from its port to the icy continent.
- The surrounding Tierra del Fuego National Park, established in 1960, is home to diverse wildlife, including guanacos and Andean condors.
- The End of the World Train, or Tren del Fin del Mundo, is a popular scenic railway that runs through the picturesque landscapes of the region, covering 7 kilometers of the original route used by prisoners in the early 20th century.
Travel Details
- Country
- Argentina
- Population
- Varies
- Daily Budget
- $50-100
- Best Time to Visit
- Dec–Mar
- Current Weather
- 🌤️8°C/46°FPartly Cloudy
- Currency
- $ ARS
- Coordinates
- -54.8019, -68.3030
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