University of Magallanes is renowned for producing many eminent scholars and leaders. Discover some of the names and achievements of those who have studied at this historic campus.

Punta Arenas, where University of Magallanes is located, is bursting with interesting things to see and do. Many visitors also stop by Punta Arenas Cemetery, which isn't too far from the historic university. Have a look around before you call it quits for this area.

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Full-Day King Penguin & Tierra del Fuego Tour from Punta Arenas

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Punta Arenas Heritage & Discovery Private Shore Tour

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Full-Day King Penguin & Tierra del Fuego Tour from Punta Arenas

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Popular places to visit

Monumento al Ovejero

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Admire one of Punta Arenas’ many historic monuments, a memorial dedicated to the ranching wealth and rural traditions of Chile’s Magallanes region.

Punta Arenas Cemetery

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Wander along the paths of this village-like cemetery, where the elaborate tombs of wealthy families lie next to modest and decaying graves.

Santuario Maria Auxiliadora

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Spot a wonderful collection of religious art and decorations at this parish church. Afterward visit a museum focused on the ethnography of Patagonia.

Museo Regional Braun-Menéndez

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Learn the fascinating story of the remote Magallanes region through the exhibitions displayed at this lavish former residence of an entrepreneur.

Palacio Sara Braun

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Overlooking Plaza Muñoz Gamero is this opulent mansion, a place to imagine the lives of Punta Arenas’ high society residents during the late 1800s and early 1900s.