Respect for Nature: A Tourist's Attempt to Embrace Chile's Ancient Alerce Milenario

In the heart of Chile's ancient forests stands the Alerce Milenario, a tree estimated to be over 5,000 years old, making it one of the oldest living organisms on Earth. Recently, a Spanish Erasmus student, Violeta Rodriguez, visited the site and attempted to embrace the majestic tree, only to discover it is strictly prohibited. "No nos dejan abrazar el árbol más antiguo de Latinoamérica y yo quería darle mi amor," she stated in her video, expressing her desire to show affection for the ancient tree. The prohibition, according to park officials, is in place to protect the tree's delicate root system from damage caused by tourist traffic. The video highlights the delicate balance between allowing public access to such natural wonders and preserving their integrity for future generations. Rodriguez's experience serves as a reminder of the importance of responsible tourism and the need to respect the environment.