last edited Dec 11, 2019
Introduction to Santiago, Chile
Location Map of Santiago, Chile
Overview of Santiago, Chile
Despite its traffic jams and pollution, the Chilean capital remains a lively city with various museums, parks, and interesting buildings set against the backdrop of the Andes.
Key Facts
- Type of place: main city.
- Tourist interest: (worth seeing).
- Location:
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- Local time: .
- Population: 6,310,000 inhabitants and over 7.1 million for the metropolitan area (2017).
- Area: 670 km².
- Altitude: 570 m.
Tourism
Travel Essentials
- Tourist interest: (worth seeing).
- By air:
- Daily backpacker budget:
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- Best time for climate/crowds/prices:
- Website: http://www.santiagocapital.cl/