House of travel South and Central America Brochure 2017 | Seite 14

Atacama Desert
Known to be the driest desert in the world,
the Atacama Desert in Northern Chile is a
region where sand dunes, volcanoes, gigantic
geysers, hot water springs and crusty salt lakes
make for an amazing collection of geologically
photographic sights. You will feel as though
you are part of a painting. With some parts
of the desert recorded as never seeing rain,
weather here rarely changes, proving that
Atacama is a destination to visit all year round.
Due to the altitude and dryness of the area, it
is also a unique stargazing haven, making the
magical town of San Pedro de Atacama a hot
spot for travellers from all over the world. This
beautifully preserved Spanish colonial centre
features a charming main square and a simple
16th century church. A visit to the Atacama
Desert will not leave you disappointed with its
fascinating and dramatic sights.
© Jenna Martin, House of Travel
Hotel Alto Atacama Luxury Des