Most Galapagos sites are known primarily for animals, geology or natural beauty. Who can argue? The Galapagos Islands are home to many fascinating animals and birds, including sea lions, blue-footed boobies and the remarkable Galapagos Penguin. However there has always been a human side to Galapagos as well: not all of the history of the islands is measured in […]
“In a few days time the Beagle will sail for the Galapagos Islands. I look forward with joy and interest to this, both as being somewhat nearer to England and for the sake of having a good look at an active volcano.” Charles Darwin Letter to J.S Henslow, July, 12, 1835. Charles Robert Darwin was […]
The name of Charles Darwin and his famous book the Origin of Species will forever be linked with the Galapagos Islands. Although he was only in the Galapagos for five weeks in 1835, it was the wildlife that he saw there that inspired him to develop his Theory of Evolution. Today he is remembered in the Galapagos […]
The Galapagos Islands (Enchanted Islands) is known today as a world-famous holiday destination attracting thousands of tourists every year to marvel at the fearless wildlife and beautiful island landscapes. Floreana Island in the Enchanted Islands is the setting of a mysterious account of the eccentric settlers who lived on the island in the 1930’s. Living on a remote island years before the islands […]
During World War II, the Galapagos Islands held a great secret: Base Beta – not-so-affectionately nicknamed “The Rock” by U.S. military personnel.This was a U.S. military base, established to protect the western access of the Panama Canal.Since the early 20th century, the U.S. had been in negotiations with Ecuador for a military base in the Galapagos Islands. With war looming in […]
Every year, thousands of visitors come to the Galapagos for the trip of a lifetime. A plethora of island and cruise activities keep them busy. Yet many of them may have time to ponder how the Galapagos got its name. Insulae de los Galopegos The Inca claimed to have discovered some islands in the Pacific, but it is not known for sure […]
