Las Condes is found within the greater Santiago Metropolitan Region in central Chile. Nicknamed ‘Sanhattan’ (along with neighbouring district Vitacura), Las Condes is an affluent area home to some good cultural sights in addition to some of the continent’s largest skyscrapers. Check out Santiago’s glitzy CBD around Boulevard Nueva Las Condes, before visiting the Museum of Chilenidad (found in the beautiful patronage house of Santa Rosa de Apoquindo) and the Cultural Centre of the Counts, which features rotating temporary exhibitions. Take a walk through flower-filled Araucano Park to recharge your batteries, and then shop for exquisite handicrafts at Pueblito Los Dominicos, before visiting the Cerro Calan Observatory to learn more about its impressive collection of telescopes. Finally, note that – with more than 500 restaurants to choose from – Las Condes is a gourmand’s delight.
The small town of San Pedro de Atacama is a scenic oasis in the Atacama Desert, surrounded by the imposing volcanic peaks of the Chilean altiplano and located close to several major archaeological and natural attractions – including the ancient sites of Tulor and Quitor, the Atacama Salt Flat, the Altiplanic Lagoons and the Tatio Geysers. As a result, the village has become a significant tourist destination due to its close proximity and despite its small size it encompasses a wide range of restaurants, guesthouses and other visitor services.
This former fishing port, situated in the Patagonian region of southern Chile, has blossomed into a tourist haven. This trendy town offers boutique beers, wine tastings and famous brand shops catering to the international set, but it has lost nothing of its relaxed pace in the process. From Puerto Natales, visitors can take a trip to the Parque Nacional Torres del Paine with its impressive rock formations and ice field (the third largest in the world); travel by ferry through the Chilean fjords; or visit the prehistoric caves at the Cueva del Milodón Natural Monument (where the remains of the giant ground sloth were found in 1895).
This remote valley flanks the Apalta Valley and its celebrated wineries and is located just two hours south of the capital city of Santiago. Dubbed the ‘Place of Gold’ by the area’s native inhabitants, this exquisite and largely untamed valley features endless undulating hills, gorgeous sparkling mountain lakes, and the magnificent backdrop of the lush, forested Andes Mountain Range. Famed for its impressive vineyards and its fascinating ancient water mills, Millahue Valley produces some of the area’s most sought-after wine as well as some delicious authentic Chilean food. Aside from wine tasting, indulging in the sumptuous cuisine, and marvelling at the unforgettable natural scenery, popular activities include horseback riding, trekking, and mountain biking.
