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Skyline of Santiago with the Gran Torre, Santiago, Chile, South America

Skyline of Santiago with the Gran Torre, Santiago, Chile, South America

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Surprising, cosmopolitan, energetic, sophisticated and worldly, Santiago is a city of syncopated cultural currents, madhouse parties, expansive museums and top-flight restaurants. No wonder 40% of Chileans call the leafy capital city home.

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Often underestimated, Santiago brims with culture, character and boundless sunshine. Here’s a full guide for first-time visitors.

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Best Neighborhoods

Often underestimated, Santiago brims with culture, character and boundless sunshine. Here’s a full guide for first-time visitors.

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Traveling with Kids

Like many countries in South America, Chile is famously friendly to families, no doubt inspired by the great cultural importance that Chileans place on…

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