Chile's most worthwhile regions to visit, first of all, the southernmost Patagonja place, in the bay of Fjord, is thought to have more than 30,000 islands, a considerable number of seals, fur seals, penguins, etc. survive here, and in the summer night in the wilderness there are rabbits, lone beavers, weasels play, is a fairyland uncontaminated by the human world.
Valley of the Moon
The second place worth visiting is the Valley of the Moon in the Atacama Desert in the north. The bottom of the dried-up lake, which has underground resources such as sulfur, copper, and salt, is often dry, green, white, and yellow in color, and looks like the crater on the surface of the moon, which is constantly stretching out in the county. This is a salt desert called Salar, which was formed due to the uplift of a volcano on the bottom of the sea in ancient times. The city of Calama is the center of this area.
San Peter Village
The museum in the village of San Peter de Atacama, where the mummies of the conquistadors of the 1500s are kept, is also not to be missed. The third most visited area is the southern lake area, which is a picture of volcanoes and lakes. It is also known as "Swiss Country".
SANTIAGO
Santiago's summer (December to March) is the best time for sightseeing during the dry season. During the summer months, it gets cold in the morning until 11:00 a.m., and then cold in the evening until after 19:00 a.m., and then dark until 21:00 a.m. The city's main sightseeing areas are the city of Santiago and the city's main tourist attractions. The main areas to visit in the city are the Hipico Race Track and the Museum of History. There is the Hipico Racecourse and the Museum of History, which displays information about the Araucano people. There is also the Providencia Market, the San Francisco Church and Cathedral built during the Spanish colonial era, the Presidential Residence, the Museum of Modern Art, the Santa Lucia Hill, the Cristobal Hill, the University of Chile, etc. It takes about 3 hours to visit these places, and there is a sightseeing bus that takes you around the city. It is also possible to walk for a while and then take a cab, bus or subway. In the outskirts of the city, you can visit the vineyards of Undraga and the village of Pomaire, famous for its ceramics. There are also ski resorts in the Andes at an altitude of 3,000 meters and visits to the beautiful city of Valparaiso, facing the Pacific Ocean, and Vina del Mar, the playground of South America. The airport is about 20 kilometers from the city of Santiago, and there are buses and cabs available. There are two types of cabs: airport cabs and regular cabs, both of which have different fares. Both types of cabs require a small tip.
Fourth is Easter Island, which is famous for the mystery of the Great Stone Man. The island is full of huge stone men in strange shapes. It is rumored that there were these boulder men a long time ago, so how were these huge stones brought up on this isolated island surrounded by the sea on all sides? What were they modeled after? How was it carved? These are now unsolved mysteries. In addition, you can also watch the local Bohinian dance performance on the island. To get to this island, you have to take a 5-hour plane ride and tips are twice as expensive as other attractions.
I, the capital of Santiago
Santiago is located in central Chile, the capital region covers an area of 15,718 square kilometers, 35 kilometers from north to south, 40 kilometers from east to west, 556 meters above sea level, looking east to the Andes Mountains, west of the Coastal Range, is the center of Chile's economic, political, cultural and transportation center, with a population of about 5.8 million people, accounting for 39.4% of the country's population. percent of the country's population. The climate is pleasant, dry and mild in summer, cool and rainy in winter, and it takes 40 minutes to drive out of the city to ski on the mountains, and about 2 hours to rest on the beach. Therefore, although Santiago is the world's southernmost capital, but a constant stream of tourists, the world's major airlines have flights to and from, with convenient links to all parts of the world.
The city of Santiago was founded on February 12, 1541 by Spanish colonist Pedro de la Sierra. The Spanish colonist Pedro de la Valdivia began to build the city from the Santa Lucia hill in the center of the city, and after more than 450 years of change, gradually built the city of Santiago into a medium-sized, modern and beautiful metropolis. The city's streets, including Liberator O'Higgins Street, and the Pan-American Highway, are lined with old Spanish-style buildings and modern skyscrapers. The eight blocks of the city center, where the main government offices and financial and commercial institutions are concentrated, are bustling with traffic during the day and glittering with lights at night, presenting a vibrant and prosperous scene. Around the Central Square, the City Hall, the Cathedral, the Central Post Office and the National History Museum stand. Located on the south side of the Constitution Square, the Presidential Palace - Moneda Palace is solemn, symbolizing the authority of the government. Built in 1784, completed in 1805 opened, is the end of Spanish rule in its colonies built the largest building, with a strong neo-classical style. 1973 military coup was seriously damaged, and then restored as is. It now houses the Presidential Palace, the Ministry of the Interior, the Secretariat of the Presidency and the Office of the First Lady. Since 1932, every 48 hours from 10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., the presidential guards have held a majestic changing of the guard ceremony, which has become a regular attraction for local residents and domestic and foreign tourists.
The city's development over the past one to two decades has been particularly rapid, with the surrounding slums gradually being replaced by simple buildings, while the construction of beautiful homes for the wealthy along both sides of Kennedy Street and the three north-south subway lines have added to the capital's appearance.
The 860-meter-high San Cristobal Hill is the Metropolitan Park, a 712-hectare area with a zoo, a house of culture, a swimming pool and other places to visit. Take a cable car or drive up the hill and look down on the whole city. At the top of the hill rises the statue of Our Lady, 14 meters high and weighing 36.5 tons, which has become the main symbol of Santiago. In addition, the city's large and small street gardens throughout the districts, together with private yards decorated with flowers and trees, appear to be full of spring color.
The Santiago region is home to more than half of the country's processing industries, with textiles, clothing, food, brewing, machinery and metallurgy being the main industries. The region's GDP accounts for 41.5% of the country's total. The suburbs are fertile and rich in produce, in addition to agriculture and animal husbandry, producing grapes, apples and other fruits.
Cities are constantly developing and renewing their appearance, but they are also suffering from a common problem of the modern cities of the world: pollution is becoming more and more serious. In winter, the city is often shrouded in a layer of smog, spectacular views of the snow-capped Andes are no longer readily available, and citizens complain that the air pollution in the city is intolerable. The government has had to take urgent measures to restrict vehicle traffic, but they have always had little effect.
Santiago is a diverse city, but more importantly, it is perfectly safe to travel here: a convenient metro network, gourmet restaurants, modern shopping malls, excellent infrastructure and advanced engineering ensure this. Santiago is also the city of choice for conferences and meetings, where it is possible to enjoy not only the landscapes of the south and north of Chile, but also to experience the suburban seaside landscape or the mountains a few kilometers away.
Thanks to its location at the foot of the Andes, Santiago is less than an hour's journey away from the endless fun of snow sports. Another special feature is that while the northern hemisphere is in summer, it is a paradise for skiing enthusiasts. The sports season is year-round, and the mountains here offer long hikes, rock climbing, skydiving, horseback riding, and more. In addition, in the nearby Cajón del Maipo Canyon, rafting and kayaking can be practiced amidst the ever-changing mountain scenery.
In addition to these breathtaking views, it is also possible to taste the various crops, especially wines, that grow in the fertile lands of the lateral canyons. While sampling the wines, visitors can follow a route or take a leisurely tour of all the vineyards, wineries, owner's homes and local museums. For those who love the beach, a comfortable, relaxing spa on the Pacific Coast is about an hour and a half down the road. Vi?a del Mar, known as the "Vineyard of the Sea", is a more traditional city with a rich nightlife, lively clubs and much more. Vi?a del Mar is located right next to the port of Valparaiso. Surrounded by mountains, most of the buildings here were built against the hills in the 19th century and are still in use.
Of course there are quieter seaside spa baths too, such as Black Island, which is gentler but doesn't lose its flavor. In the baths of Cachagua and Zapaillar, one can't help but see fishermen fishing leisurely, and it is they who give the Chilean people their faith in the traditions of the sea.
Since Santiago is located at the foot of the Andes, it takes less than an hour's journey to enjoy the endless joys of snow sports. Another special feature is that while the northern hemisphere is in summer, it is a paradise for skiing enthusiasts. The sports season is year-round, and the mountains here offer long hikes, rock climbing, skydiving, horseback riding, and more. In addition, rafting and kayaking can be practiced in the nearby Cajón del Maipo Canyon amidst the ever-changing mountain scenery.
The city of Valparaiso
The city of Valparaiso is the seat of Chile's parliament and the capital of the fifth region. It is located at the southern end of Valparaiso Bay in the Pacific Ocean, 119 kilometers from the capital city of Santiago. To the east and south of the city are the coastal mountains. The city looks like a bright moon set in a narrow strip of eight square kilometers between the sea and the mountains. Currently, the city has a population of more than 280,000 people.
Valparaiso means "valley of paradise" in Spanish. Built by Spanish colonizers more than 350 years ago, the city's buildings and streets still bear traces of the colonial period. The city's long history has been marked by many painful experiences, especially the 1905 earthquake that almost leveled the city.
The city was strategically located and was one of the earliest trading ports in Chile. Before the opening of the Panama Canal, the city was comparable to San Francisco in the United States, and was known as the "Gateway to Chile. At present, Wawa is still one of the most important ports in Chile, with more than 2,000 meters of berths and an annual throughput capacity of more than 3 million tons, accounting for nearly one-fourth of the country's throughput. The open harbor, modern loading and unloading equipment, and busy labor scene are both a symbol of the development of Chi's foreign economy and the pride of the people of Vashi.
It is about 3 hours by train from Mapocho Station in Santiago, or 1 hour 30 minutes by highway bus along the freeway. For individual travelers, take the train to explore the countryside. The best way to visit the city streets of Farbarazo is by cable car and on foot. 15 kilometers south along the bay, you can see the beautiful bay of Laguna Verde, which is 15 kilometers from the city, and south of that, you can connect to the quiet coast of Algarrobo, and you can take a night cruise and enjoy the night view of Farbarazo, which is known as the "Pearl of the South Pacific.
The city of Vi?a del Mar
Vi?a del Mar (Vina del Mar), founded in 1875, is connected to the city of Valparaiso, Chile's largest port, and has a population of about 303,000 people. Vi?a del Mar, Spanish means "sea vineyard", pleasant climate, beautiful scenery, enjoy the "Garden City" reputation. The city is full of flowers and trees, and the sea is full of high-rise buildings and rippling blue sea. The brightly colored "Flower Clock" is a unique sight, and riding in an antique bronze horse-drawn carriage in the elegant and colorful city of Vi?t Nam is quite elegant and poetic.
Viejo is a famous tourist city on the Pacific coast of South America, with flat, fine beaches and a full range of tourist facilities, receiving more than 100,000 domestic and foreign tourists every year, and many Argentines often drive across the Andes to spend their weekends here. From the towering seashore lookout tower, you can taste the surging Pacific Ocean scenery. The International Casino, known as "Monte Carlo," is open year-round. The amphitheater, built on a hill, can accommodate 10,000 spectators and the city is enlivened by a high-level international singing competition held every year. The old Carrasco manor house, which the city government has made the "House of Culture", is overlooked by the Monument to the Heroes, a work by the famous French sculptor Rodin. During the tourist season, the theaters, casinos, bars and nightclubs are overcrowded, and the restaurants featuring seafood delicacies are always full.
It takes about three hours to get here by tram from Santiago, and about 30 minutes by bus or cab from Falbalazo. On summer nights, beautifully dressed men and women will revel in the luxurious atmosphere of the stadium and the music of the outdoor concert hall, which has its own pleasures. Cerro Castil1o, a luxurious medieval building on a high hill, is not to be missed. On the north side is the estuary of the Ester Marga, across which you will find Vina's most famous casino. Vina's coastline is long, with long stretches of white sandy beaches that are often crowded with travelers enjoying bathing in the sea and water-skiing in the water, which is a little cooler due to the cold snap.
Four, up to Serena City
From Santiago, it's a five-hour drive or a one-hour plane ride to Serena City, which is home to the population of the northern region. This city is a wonderful picture of countless beaches spelled out in perfect harmony with the mysterious Elqui Grand Canyon. In the Elqui Canyon, a grape juice called Pisco is produced, which is a Chilean specialty due to its excellent quality and taste.
V. Ciudad Antofagasta
From Santiago, it's about a two-hour plane ride north to the Atacama region. Here you'll find the city of Antofagasta, the most densely populated city in the north and Chile's leading mineral port, a major copper producer. Further inland is the Atacama Desert. Arguably the most fascinating landscape in Chile, shaped by nature's handiwork: wide, magnificent salt flats, eternal snow volcanoes and lakes rich in species. In this vast desert, however, you will find small, scenic villages where the people, surrounded by oases and nourished by running water, still preserve their indigenous culture and millennia-old customs. To travel here you must pass through the city of Calama, which is located 215 kilometers from the city of Atacama and is a two-hour plane ride from Santiago.
VI. San Pedro de Atacama
The capital of the Atacama region is San Pedro de Atacama, which is an extremely charming city with adobe houses, not to be underestimated, which are first-class and quite well equipped. It can be reached in an hour's drive from the city of Calama. Visitors can also enjoy the beautiful sunsets in the Valley of the Moon and the fascinating natural sculptures formed by salt penetration and erosion. After the sun sets, the volcanic peaks depict strange patterns around them, creating a moonscape. Visit the fortified castles, built in the 12th century, the Father Lepech Archaeological Museum or experience the picturesque oases for yourself.
VII. Iquique
Continuing north along the coast, you reach Iquique, located 492 kilometers from the city of Antofagasta and two and a half hours by plane from Santiago. Thanks to its vast coast and its unique duty-free zone, this city is experiencing considerable economic growth. Another of its wonders is the history still visible in its old town. In the past, the city's economy peaked with the production of saltpeter, which was suddenly replaced by chemical technology, and the process faded away, leaving the towns with phantoms that testify to their past glory.
VIII, Arica
The northernmost part of Chile is Arica, which is 307 kilometers from Iquique or a three-and-a-half-hour flight from Santiago. Thanks to the city's unique location on the border, it is possible to visit both Peru and Bolivia at the same time. A fascinating archaeological tour can be enjoyed in the Asapa Canyon, located on the outskirts of Arica. Near the coast of this region, one of the most amazing cultural monuments has been unearthed: the mummies of Chinchorro, the oldest mummies in the world. These mummies and other monuments dating back 10,000 years are housed in the Archaeological Museum of San Miguel de Assapa, which is located 14 kilometers from Arica. To visit the highlands, it is also a good option to travel from Arica. There is a topographically flat plateau with an average altitude of 4,000 meters, a great variety of fauna, lakes, hot springs, snow volcanoes and charming small villages and towns with a long tradition of Aymara culture. Some villages still have churches from the 16th century, which would have been part of the religious wealth left behind by Spanish colonization.
9. Ciudad Puenta Arenas
A good starting point for exploring the south of Patagonia is Ciudad Puenta Arenas, which is roughly a four-and-a-half hour flight from Santiago. From Puenta Arenas City to the Strait of Magellan you can visit the penguins. Fuertes Bournais was the first Chilean enclave established in the polar region in 1843. There are also haciendas where wool is trimmed, which is unique to the region. And of course while you're here you can take a do-it-yourself ship to visit the glaciers, the Beagle Canal, Tierra del Fuego or check out Williamsport, the southernmost point of human habitation.
The city tour takes only 3 hours and the summer season is short, December through February. You can see all four seasons in one day. When the sun is shining it's like summer, and when it's cloudy it rains and even snows, sometimes with gusts of wind, so be prepared with a hat, cold-weather clothing, and water-resistant shoes. There are six national parks in the state that are worth visiting. The journey from Vindaloo to the South Pole is a short one. It takes four days to get to the South Pole from Venta Arenas. The Drake Passage is very stormy, but it's better in the summer.
X. Chunkara
Continuing the drive from Arica for another three hours, you arrive at Chunkara, which is located in La Uca National Park, the highest lake in the world and has become an icon of the Chilean highlands. It is the most ideal area for bird watching, with wild ducks, flamenco birds, as well as lesser alpacas and prothonotary camels. Sightseeing
XI, Easter Island
In the smoky South Pacific, there is a small island with an area of only 117 square kilometers - Easter Island in Chile. It attracts countless visitors with its mysterious megalithic statues, "talking planks" and strange flavors. Every year Easter will make this small island active, every year Easter is April 20, those who love to travel can go to Easter Island to celebrate Easter while experiencing the beauty of the island.
Anakai, in the north of Easter Island, is the most charming spot on the island. In addition to a row of majestic "Moai" statues, a golden sandy beach is long and wide; the shore is lush with palm trees. Climbing to the highest point of the island, 507 meters above sea level on the top of the Trevaca Hill, looking far and wide, the island's large and small volcanoes and the surrounding stone statues as far as the eye can see, the vastness of the Pacific Ocean and the blue sky is a blend of one, it is refreshing and relaxing. Not far from the mountain is the famous "Seven Moai" attraction. It is said to be the place where the seven sons of a Maori shaman awaited the arrival of King Otu Matua. "Dahai is the best preserved group of moai on the island. In the evening, people walk here to watch the sunset, when the sunlight reflects half the sky and the huge statues are set in eternal silhouette.
Easter Island is one of the loneliest islands on Earth. Located in the eastern Pacific Ocean, this small triangular island is also quite distant from other islands in the Pacific, the nearest inhabited island being Pitcairn, 2,000 kilometers farther to the west. As late as April 5, 1722, the island's original inhabitants had contact with the outside world, in the form of a 114-strong force of three warships led by the Dutch navigator Jakob Lochavin. When he found it, he made a dot on his chart with an ink pen and wrote "Easter Island" next to it, because it was the Christian holiday of Easter. Since then, the island has been known as "Easter Island". But nowadays, anthropologists generally call it Rapa Nui, the name given to it by Polynesians in the mid-19th century; the original inhabitants of the island were called Rapa Nui, and the dialect they spoke was called Rapa Nui.
Surprisingly, the inhabitants of Easter Island called the place where they lived "the navel of the world". This is called, at first people do not understand, until later on the space shuttle astronauts from a bird's-eye view of the Earth from high altitude, only to realize that this call is completely correct - Easter Island is hanging in the vastness of the Pacific Ocean, and indeed with a small "navel" is exactly the same. But this "navel of the world" does not necessarily refer to the whole island, it may only refer to the island's volcanic crater, then there is no mystery. And according to linguist W. Churchill, the exact meaning of the name may be "the end of the earth".
But Easter Island does have a lot of strange things going for it. It is located at 27 degrees south latitude, in the subtropics, and has a fairly warm climate. It was formed by the eruption of three volcanoes on the sea floor about a million years ago. Volcanic ash is a rich soil conducive to cultivation. In theory, it should be a paradise paradise like the other Polynesian islands. However, Lochavon's first impression of it was that of a desert island: "We at first, observing it from a distance, conceived of Easter Island as a sandy land; this was due to the fact that we took for sandy soil all the wilted wild grasses, or other withered and burnt plants, as its desolate appearance only gave us the impression of being particularly barren." However, it was in this barren, backward land that a large number of huge stone statues, known locally as moai, were born.
Traveling by plane from Santiago takes about 5 hours and 30 minutes. There is no public transportation on the island, so you can use hotel minibuses. Temperatures on the island range from 25 to 27 degrees in summer and 17 to 20 degrees in July and August. When you arrive at the airport, there are privately owned jeepneys outside the airport that solicit business from travelers. Specialties include Longo Longo writing boards, masks of the Longo tribe, giant stone statues, and shell jewelry, all of which are very expensive. Shoes are more than welcome to be exchanged for items.
Twelve, Paíneta National Park
The huge pagodas and rocks and granite bull horns that can be seen in this Biosphere World Reserve are what make this national park world-famous. Beautiful lakes, wetlands and glaciers accompany these wonderful scenic journeys, and it is home to some of the richest fauna in Chile. One of the most famous rafting routes in the world is located in the Paíneta National Park, and of course it is possible to enjoy this unique and beautiful polar landscape by car or on horseback. Before arriving at the Paíneta National Park, you will first have to come to Puerto Natales, which is 3 hours away from the city of Puenta Arenas, from where you will have to drive another 3 hours to reach the Paíneta National Park. From Puerto Natales it is possible to take some more short trips, such as to the Miroton Caves. It is in this amazing cavern that people have discovered the remains of prehistoric animals. In addition to this, it is also possible to go on a voyage to the Serrana and Balmaceta glaciers, among the many attractions of Patagonia.
Thirteen, Vallarica Lake Baths
112 kilometers from the city of Temuco are the Pucon and Vallarica Lake Baths. On both sides of the lake, which bears the same name, gather tourists attracted by its charming beaches, comfortable hotels, amusement clubs, lively nightlife and the most varied short excursions around the area. Visit the National Park, go rafting in the Tranquila River or skiing in the winter center of the Ballarica Volcano. It is a paradise for lovers of sports, adventure, nature and fishing. There are 12 rivers and lakes around these cities***. At the southern end of the lakes and the volcanic area, presented here are some other wonders of mankind, where the architecture and gastronomy are strong evidence of the German migration. Among the coastal cities, the beautiful city of Baltivia stands out. It is located 145 kilometers from Pucon or two hours by plane from Santiago. The city of Balboa runs through the Caye Caie and its surroundings, and those who come here can even enjoy the stunning views described by the ancient Spaniards. In addition to scenic national parks and interesting rivers such as Puyehue, 210 kilometers away from Valdivia City, Puerto Montt is a two-hour flight from Santiago, another ideal place to travel and sample local specialties in picturesque Anselmo.
XIV. Juan Fernández Islands
While not as world-famous as Easter Island, the Juan Fernández Islands are a very special place. To get to this archipelago you need to take about two hours or so by plane. It consists of 3 parts: Robinson Gruso, Santa Guerra and Alejandro Selkiko. The first island got its name from the shipwreck story of Alejandro Selkiko, which was collected by Daniel Defoe in his novel Robinson Crusoe. The island is also considered to be a virgin part of the Earth's biosphere.
Fifteen, Balmaceta
Balmaceta is located 55 kilometers from the city of Coiaiai Cay, which is the center of control for the development of these beautiful sights and visits to the San Paredine Glacier in the San Rafael Lakes National Park. Going to visit the national park can be done by ship while enjoying that amazing view with the deafening sound of falling ice. The Patagonia region can be described as a true paradise: dense primary forests, excellent fishing in lakes and rivers. It is also a favored place for sports and adventure lovers, as well as for rafting or kayaking in the world-famous Fotareuve and Baker rivers.
Sixteen, Atacama Desert
Apart from being naturally barren, throughout its history it has had oases that have been a source of life, the only places where crops could be grown, and it is these oases that have given rise to the picturesque villages of Bicar and Matea. In addition to this, a religious procession in the festival of Dirana is held in honor of an Inca princess who managed to escape the clutches of the colonizers and hid in the desert forest of Tamaruco.