The Torres del Paine National Park is a national park in southern Chilean Patagonia. It covers an area of around 242,242 hectares and is one of the largest and most-visited parks in Chile. In 1978, it was designated a World Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO.
Part of the National System of Protected Forested Areas of Chile, the Torres del Paine national park promises many spectacular views and moments to a visitor. One of the main attractions here is a small mountain group called the Cordillera Paine. Besides, the region also encompasses glaciers, lakes and rivers. The Dickson Lake, Nordenskjold Lake, Pehoe Lake, Grey Lake, Sarmiento Lake, and Del Toro Lake are some of the famous lakes here. Another water body flowing through the park is the beautiful Paine River.
In addition to these, the Torres del Paine national park is noted for its flora and fauna. It has documented a wide variety of plant species including 85 non-native ones. It is also home to many animals like Guanacos, pumas, foxes and the endangered Chilean Huemul.
