Chile is a land of mysterious statues, frozen volcanoes, crystal lakes, white beaches, snowy mountains and lifeless deserts. To get there means to plunge not only into another culture, but into another world that this country opens. It is home to warm sea and icy mountains, dry desert and flowering valleys.
Chile is known for its ski resorts. The country was surrounded by the mighty Andes and Cordillera. In addition, the most beautiful volcanoes are located in Chile. Osorno volcano is compared to Fujiyama, and Ojos del Salado is the highest volcano in the world.
The Atacama Desert is the driest desert in the world. Not everyone is ready to challenge her, but after arriving in Chile, it is worth visiting this place. Most of it is in the mountains. In such a desert, it becomes clear how insignificant a person is before nature. From there you can also go on an excursion to the Moon Valley.
Chile is rich in both natural and man-made sights. On the territory of the country there are many historical monuments, echoes of ancient cultures and civilizations. In large cities there are architectural monuments that are not inferior in beauty to European ones.
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What to see in Chile?
The most interesting and beautiful places, photos and a short description.
Easter Island
Easter Island is a visiting card not only of Chile, but of the whole of South America. Seeing the mystical statues of Moai with your own eyes is really worth it. Their origin is still unknown, as is the reason for the disappearance of the indigenous population. All Moai are facing the crater of the Rano Raraku volcano - another attraction of the island.
Valle de la Luna
Valle de la Luna or Valley of the Moon is a place in Atacama that can be confused with the surface of the Moon. It was there that many "moon" episodes of films were filmed. It consists of 90% salt and carbonates. There are many salt lakes in the Moon Valley, which change color during the day. Once a year in the rainy season, the valley blooms and red flowers sprout through the dry ground.
Andean Christ
It is a monument built to commemorate the peace treaty between Chile and Argentina. Countries have been at war for a long time. It stands on the border between countries, on the slope of the Andes at an altitude of 3854 meters above sea level. The statue was installed in 1904. The statue was created by the sculptor Mateo Alonso. Now the Andean Christ is a symbol of well-being and tranquility.
City of Santiago
Santiago is surrounded by the Andes. The city cannot be compared with other capitals. He's too different. Santiago is a city that harmoniously combines two elements: earth and water. It complements the beauty of each and does not lose its own charm. Surrounded by the mighty Andes and washed by the Pacific Ocean, it will please any tourist.
San Cristobal Hill
The mountain is located in the heart of Santiago. It is not surprising that a picturesque view of the city and, of course, the mountains opens up from its top. You can even see their snow-capped tops. The mountain has an amusement park, two outdoor pools and a small zoo. You can climb the mountain on foot or by cable car. San Cristobal Hill is one of the largest urban parks in the world.
Lauca National Park
Lauca Park is a fusion of many of Chile's beauties. In addition to the steppes, it includes the foothills of the Cordillera. Its plains offer views of several volcanoes. Among them are the twin volcanoes, Gualarite and Akotango. The flora and fauna are rich here. On the territory of Lauka there is a lake Chungara. There are many historical monuments near its emerald waters. You can put up a tent in the park and enjoy the beauty of nature serenely.
Chiloe Island churches
Chiloe Island is located in Patagonia. The distance from the mainland is only two kilometers. Catholic churches were built by the Spaniards and are now listed as a UNESCO heritage site. Their architecture is a fusion of several cultures, together with their traditions and worldview. Therefore, the churches fit harmoniously into the natural environment.
Sewell mining town
The city was founded specifically for the extraction of copper. The cabins are built of wood and painted in bright, catchy colors. The town was landscaped for a more comfortable stay in it. It has a sustained American style. In our time, it is abandoned. But he did not lose his charm. Sewell is a UNESCO heritage site and is visited by thousands of tourists every year.
Magdalene Island
The visiting card of the island is not at all architectural buildings. Everything is much more interesting. It is home to 100 thousand penguins. They can be watched without hindrance. The island itself is located in the middle of the Strait of Magellan. During the stay of penguins on land, a lot of tourists come to the island. There is a lighthouse on the island of Magdalena. It offers a stunning view of the strait and the island itself.
Valparaiso town
Valparaiso leaves an extraordinary impression. It is not boring and very diverse. Its architecture resembles cities from different parts of the world. The spirit of carelessness and freedom reigns in him. He is not combed and slicked with gel. He is disheveled, disheveled and appreciates who he is. The more attractive part of Valparaiso is the Upper Town. There are architectural monuments and the most picturesque corners.
Viña del Mar Botanical Garden
Viña del Mar is a very popular resort town. In addition to the beaches and the sea, it is no less famous for its botanical garden. The garden was opened in 1951. It contains rare and interesting plants and animals. The most unusual ones are a collection of cacti, plants from Easter Island, a collection of medicinal plants. It also displays the country's national symbol, the paparegia flower.
Volcano Ojos del Salado
It is not only the tallest volcano in Chile, but also the proud king of all volcanoes in the world. Its height is 6891 meters. They conquered the volcano not so long ago - in 1937. On the slopes of the volcano, frozen lava is clearly visible. In ancient times, the Incas considered it sacred. And this is not surprising. With its size, Ojos del Salado will impress any traveler. In addition, the volcano is considered active.
Pumalin Natural Park
Pumalin is a private nature park. Infrastructure is well developed on its territory. Hiking trails have been laid, a camping has been built for tourists. The territory of Pumalin is 3250 square kilometers. The park protects endemic plant species, but at the same time, all conditions for tourists have been created, including shops, a restaurant, an information office.
Humberston and Santa Laura
These are two cities, the purpose of the construction of which was to obtain saltpeter. They are in the Atacama, slowly disappearing under the omnipresent sand. Life left the towns during the Great Depression. Since then, they have been untouched. Over the years, Humberston and Santa Laura began to attract tourists. It is now a popular tourist route.
San Rafael glacier
The San Rafael Glacier is considered the oldest in the world. The ice has an amazing color. It gives off blue, and in sunny weather it glows from the inside altogether. Tourists can also observe the formation of icebergs and get very close to them.
Torres del Paine National Park
This is a unique park of its kind. It merges mountains, lakes and a glacier. All this is on an area of 2,400 square kilometers. The most recognizable feature of the park is the three stone spiers that dominate its center. In addition, Torres del Paine is lulled by blue lakes and a silent glacier. In the bosom of the mountain and river landscape, you can meet different animals.
Pucon city
Pucon is a small town that itself has become the center of active recreation. On one side there is the Vallarrica volcano, which blows out clouds of smoke, and at night "turns on" the red illumination. From the second - a magic lake.Thermal springs have formed around the active volcano. Tourists can swim in hot water and admire the snow-capped mountain peaks!
Lake District
The Lake District is a part of Chile where there is more water than land. There are 7 natural parks, this place is considered the greenest region. And it is not surprising, because nature here loudly proclaimed itself the queen. On the territory of this region there are 12 large lakes, 10 small, blue rivers and noisy waterfalls. The fog-shrouded island of Chiloe is located very close to the Lake District.
Natural monument of La Portada
La Portada means "gate" in translation. This is a unique arch created by nature. It is located north of Antofagasta. The height of the monument is 43 meters, length - 70, width - 23. The arch is surrounded by picturesque cliffs, the height of which reaches 52 meters. The fauna of La Portada is very rich and attractive. Visitors can see rare birds, dolphins and fur seals.
Elki Valley
Elki Valley is the place with the most stars in the sky. They say that 240 nights a year are cloudless. You can admire the sky at the observatory. Besides the stars, the valley is famous for the cultivation of crops and, in particular, grapes. Grape Pisco is an alcoholic beverage that has the real taste of Chile. Also, this place is assigned a special biofield, so people come here to meditate and practice yoga.
Puerto Varas city
The city lies comfortably on the shores of the large lake Llanquihue. Its founders were Germans, so it is distinguished by German architecture and traditional cuisine. Around Puerto Varas, three beautiful volcanoes soar upward. The largest of them, Osorno, is compared to Fujiyama. The city disposes to active rest. For ecotourism lovers, there are many excursions around the lake and the scenic surroundings of Puerto Varas.
Desert hand
In the middle of the driest desert in the world, a huge 11-meter hand of a man rises. This is a sculpture by architect Mario Irarrasabal. It was made of reinforced concrete and was presented to the public in 1992. The author's idea is to show how defenseless a person is in front of nature. Indeed, seeing this in the lifeless Atacama, you involuntarily get frightened by the power of the desert.
Portillo ski resort
At the foot of the majestic Mount Aconcagua lies the tranquil ski resort of Purtillo. The service here is top notch, the ski resort has hosted many competitions and championships. The hotel rooms of the resort are ready to accept at the same time half a thousand tourists. Among the picturesque landscapes there are 34 slopes for different categories of skiers.
