The island of desolation

13 March, 2011

Wrote a famous traveler: "On the horizon, the clouds, was outlined this mountainous and unforgiving island ... It is one of the most desolate places. It is merely the crest of a mountain. Your profile shows several peaks that appear to have castles. "What island is? Who was this remarkable traveler and naturalist?
The writer and traveler Gerardo Bartolomé has the answers. Within a week, Another of his fascinating stories will reveal the mystery in his blog "from Patagonia".

byGerardo Bartolomé

Published March 13, 2011

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