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People thinking about visiting Chile, don't stay for too long in Santiago, there's nothing to see there. Just go immediately to the north if you are into desert
by diehunde 8y ago
People thinking about visiting Chile, don't stay for too long in Santiago, there's nothing to see there. Just go immediately to the north if you are into deserts or go south if you are into mountains and Patagonia. Don't waste your time going to places close to the central regions.
- radarsat1 8y agoSantiago itself is not much to write home about, but there are some beautiful wine regions within driving distance from Santiago to the south and to the north. Also a day trip to the east into the Cajón del Maipo is worth it, especially if you like hiking. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Caj%C3%B3n_del_Maipo https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Caj%C3%B3n_del_Maipo (also, inside tip, best empanadas in Chile are at the Pika del Flaco in Melocoton) As for mountains they are literally in every region. Before you hit Patagonia there is lots to see in the Los Lagos region, be sure check out the Valdivian rainforest, it's amazing! https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Valdivian_temperate_rain_forest https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Valdivian_temperate_rain_fores... Not to mention that just west of Santiago you find Valparaiso which is definitely worth another day or two of your time if you like urban environments. If you do spend a day or two in Santiago, it's fun to go to the Bio Bio market or la Vega indoor food market. (watch your bag and your pockets)