




It was mainly created because it is a representative sample in a good condition of patagonic coastal biodiversity and preserves fields with paleontological value.
The island has recreational and historical value because the Luís Piedra Buena Commander, who was a supporter of the Argentine sovereignty over Patagonia.
The Calafate, which is popularly called «Calafate», is a city located in the southern shore of the Lago Argentino, in the region of Patagonia.

