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Experience Chile
Our favourite things to see and do
Barrio Lastarria & Patio Bellavista, Santiago –
These hip neighbourhoods are the place to head for chic
cafés and restaurants, designer art galleries, markets and
an abundance of trendy bars to spend a great night out. Get
amongst the locals!
Easter Island – Lying 3700km west of the Chilean
mainland, Easter Island is the world’s most remote inhabited
island, mostly famous for the 887 colossal statues (Moai)
carved from volcanic rock which are scattered around the
island. It is an UNESCO World Heritage Site with much of the
island protected within Rapa Nui National Park. In the 1800s
a series of disasters reduced the population down to 171 local
Rapa Nui. From then, the population has slowly recovered
to about 2000 people but they’ve sadly lost a lot of cultural
history and knowledge about the island.
Valparaiso – Situated just an hour away from Santiago,
Valparaiso is Chile’s major port and second-largest city. The
city centre streets are cobbled and overlooked by steep cliffs
and hilltop suburbs, accessed only by cable car and stairway
paths. You'll be pleasantly surprised by the creative locals
who have painted Valparaiso into a living art gallery.
Torres Del Paine National Park – At the southern tip
of the Andes Mountains in Chile lies Torres del Paine National
Park, one of the most impressive sights in the Southern
Hemisphere. The park encompasses ancient forests, glaciers,
lakes, rivers and fjords. Fauna such as guanacos, foxes,
pumas, and flamingos make for an interesting day's drive
around the area. Proudly listed as the 8th Natural Wonder of
the World, there is no doubt that Torres Del Paine National
Park will leave you feeling peacefully breathless.
Pisco Sour – Scared of egg based cocktails? Trying a Pisco
Sour is going to change that. This drop is one of