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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 the late 19th century numerous palafitos were built in Chilean cities like Castro, Chonchi and other towns in Chiloé Island.
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