Palafito

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A palafito is an Amerindian stilt village or dwelling erected on bodies of water.

• The name Venezuela, meaning "Little Venice," is due to these Palafitos, which reminded Amerigo Vespucci of Venice when he explored Lake Maracaibo.

• In late XIX century a lot of palafitos were built in Chilean cities like Castro, Chonchi and other towns in Chiloe Island.