Explore Chile

Chile is a long, narrow country stretching along South Americas western edge, with 4,300km of Pacific Ocean coastline. Santiago, its capital, sits in a valley surrounded by the Andes and Chilean Coast Range mountains. The citys Plaza de Armas, founded in 1541, contains neoclassical landmarks and the National History Museum. The massive Parque Metropolitano offers swimming pools, a botanical garden and zoo.

Quick Facts

  • Capital: Santiago
  • Official language: Spanish
  • Currency: Chilean Peso

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