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Tuesday, February 06, 2007 

The southern Carretera Austral

As the ozone layer is depleted at the ends of the earth the sun's rays can be strong and potentially dangerous.

These lights in Coyhaique indicate the suns strength and potential danger from UVB radiation.














Heading over Portezuelo IbaƱez













Having a rest at the top of the pass. (portazuelo).













Looking down into the valley above Villa Cerro Castilio.