NORFOLK, Va. — Have you seen the tall ship docked in the harbor on the Downtown Norfolk Waterfront? That’s the Chilean Navy’s sail training vessel, Esmeralda!
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The Esmeralda was launched in 1953 and serves as the training ship for the Chilean Navy.
She is carrying a crew of nearly 300 midshipmen, enlisted sailors, and officers. The ship has visited more than 300 ports worldwide, acting as a floating embassy for Chile.
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Norfolk is the ship's only U.S. port stop during its 2023 sail training cruise, and you’re able to visit for free! Tours are available on Tuesday and Wednesday from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. before Esmeralda sets sail on Thursday.
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