Montevideo: Andes Museum Crash Memorial Entry
ID: GYG1095636-1682483
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Land: Uruguay
Duur:
1 dagen
Beschrijving
Step inside a moving memorial in Montevideo’s Old City. Discover personal stories and artifacts from the 1972 Andes plane crash.
Begin your visit at the Andes Museum, located in a beautifully preserved 19th-century building in Montevideo’s historic center. This museum is dedicated to the remarkable story of the 1972 Andes plane crash, where a Uruguayan rugby team and their companions survived for 72 days in the mountains. Through a thoughtfully curated collection, you’ll explore the human side of this extraordinary event.
Wander through 400 square meters of exhibits, including original airplane debris, personal belongings, photographs, and documents that belonged to both survivors and those who lost their lives. Bilingual information panels and video presentations in English and Spanish guide you through a detailed timeline, offering a day-by-day account of the ordeal in the “Valley of Tears.” The museum also connects the story to global events of the era, providing a broader context to the tragedy and survival.
As you explore, you’ll find cabinets filled with letters, clothing, and other deeply personal items, making the experience both intimate and reflective. The museum’s central location allows you to continue your day in Montevideo’s Old City, with plenty of opportunities to reflect on the resilience and hope found in this unique story. Your visit ends at the museum, leaving you free to discover more of the city at your own pace.
Hoogtepunten
- Feel the emotional impact of personal artifacts and survivor stories
- Explore the Andean Conditions Simulator at -20°
- View original airplane debris and rare documents from the 1972 crash
- Follow a bilingual timeline of the 72-day survival ordeal
- Connect with Uruguay’s history through immersive exhibits and multimedia
BELANGRIJKE INFORMATIE
Children must be accompanied by an adult
The guided tour lasts approximately 45–90 minutes
You can visit at any time during museum opening hours
Last admission is 30 minutes before closing
INCLUDED
- Admission ticket to Andes Museum
- Acces to the Andean Conditions Simulator
Wanneer moet ik boeken?
Om de beschikbaarheid te garanderen, dient u zo snel mogelijk te reserveren. Vroegboekkorting is het overwegen waard, vooral als u de reis plant tijdens het hoogseizoen, zoals op feestdagen of in het weekend.
Annuleringen
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