Patagonia

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Who arrived in Patagonia aboard the HMS Beagle?

Charles Darwin

Which explorer discovered Patagonia?

Ferdinand Magellan

When was Patagonia discovered?

1520

What mountains run through Patagonia?

Andes

What countries are part of Patagonia?

Argentina and Chile

What continent is Patagonia on?

South America

What does the word Patagonia mean?

big feet

What animals are raised in Patagonia?

sheep

What are the pamperos?

strong winds

Why was Patagonia given its name?

the oversized boots the Indians there wore


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