Introduction The Atacama Desert, stretching across northern Chile, is one of the most extreme environments on Earth. Known as the driest desert in the world, it rarely sees rain, and its harsh conditions make it seem inhospitable to life. Yet, when nature decides to break its own rules, the Atacama transforms into a breathtaking landscape […]

Nestled deep within the lush, misty forests of southern Chile, a living testament to the passage of time stands tall. This ancient Patagonian cypress, affectionately named “Great-Grandfather” or Alerce Milenario in Spanish, has recently been identified as the world’s oldest living tree, boasting an astounding age of 5,484 years. This incredible discovery, made by Chilean […]