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 Archipelago and are now considered a typical element of Chilota architecture.… (More on Palafito)