Find out how survivors of the 1972 crash of flight FAU 571 survived in the harsh conditions of the Andes Mountains by booking an entrance to the Andes Museum 1972.
Entrance to the Andes Museum 1972
Walk through an exhibit about one of the worst air tragedies in history at the Andes Museum 1972, located in the heart of downtown Montevideo. You'll learn about an event that marked several generations and is popularly known as "the tragedy and miracle in the Andes".
Thursday, October 12, 1972, flight FAU 571 took off from Montevideo airport towards Santiago de Chile. Due to adverse weather, they diverted and landed in Mendoza (Argentina) to wait for the weather to improve. The next day, Friday, October 13, they took off again to cross the Andes to Santiago.
Unfortunately, the plane never made it to its destination, crashing in a steep area of the Argentine Andes, at an altitude of more than 12,139 ft (3,700 meters). 72 days after the accident, 16 survivors were finally rescued in Chile. They survived temperatures of -30 C° without shelter and didn't have water or food, which forced them to resort to anthropophagy.
With your entrance to the museum, you'll see the memorial dedicated to the victims and learn about the personal stories of the survivors. The museum, which is located in an old 19th-century mansion, houses various displays, showcases, and interactive panels that tell the stories of solidarity, teamwork, and resilience of the survivors. You'll also see some personal objects that belonged to the victims of the crash.
Hours
You can visit the Andes Museum 1972 on your own during the following opening hours:
- Monday - Friday: 10 am - 5 pm
- Saturdays: 10 am - 3 pm
- Sundays: closed
Guided Tour of the Museum
If you prefer, you can book a guided tour of the Andes Museum 1972.
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