🇨🇱 Chile
Capital: Santiago
Santiago with the Andes mountains as its backdrop
Nestled in a valley surrounded by the majestic Andes and the Chilean Coastal Range, Santiago is a city where
modern skyscrapers rise next to colonial plazas. It is the cultural, political, and economic heart of Chile –
a capital where tradition and progress blend seamlessly under the gaze of snow-capped mountains.
📜 Timeline of Santiago
1541: Founded by Spanish conquistador Pedro de Valdivia.
1810: Became the center of Chile’s independence movement.
19th Century: Expanded with neoclassical architecture and public squares.
Today: A modern South American capital with a stunning mountain setting 🏔️.
📊 Quick Stats
Founded
1541
Language
Spanish
Currency
Chilean Peso (CLP)
Geography
Located in the Santiago Basin, between the Andes and Coastal Range
Time Zone
UTC -4 (Standard), UTC -3 (Summer)
Calling Code
+56
Driving Side
Right-hand traffic
🏙️ Notable Neighborhoods
- Bellavista: Bohemian district with street art, bars, and Pablo Neruda’s house.
- Lastarria: Known for cultural life, museums, and cafés.
- Providencia: A mix of residential areas and modern business centers.
🏛️ Iconic Landmarks
Plaza de Armas
The historic main square, surrounded by colonial architecture.
La Moneda Palace
The presidential palace and symbol of Chilean democracy.
San Cristóbal Hill
A hilltop park with panoramic views of Santiago and the Andes.
Santiago is one of the few capitals in the world where you can ski in the Andes in the morning
and enjoy the Pacific coast beaches in the afternoon – all within a couple of hours 🌊🏔️.
Santiago is a capital that balances history, culture, and modernity –
always under the watchful presence of the Andes mountains.
