Tourism in Chile, 10 Reasons to Visit Chile. Chile is the 8th most popular country in the Americas. The majority of the visitors to Chile come from America, especially Argentina. Along with that, the biggest growth in recent years is especially from Europe. Germany is at the top of these countries. Approximately 7 million tourists visited Chile in 2017.
Here are 10 reasons to visit the coastal country of South America.
1. Volcanoes
Chile hosts about 2,000 volcanoes, which account for about 10% of the world’s volcano population. Approximately 500 of these 2000 volcans are considered active or potentially active. Volcanoes are creating great landscapes in Chile.
2. Atacama Desert
In addition to being the driest place on earth, Atacama Desert is also the best place to observe stars and galaxies at the same time. ALMA, the largest astronomical project completed in the world, is in this cluster. At Atacama, you will be presented with a visual feast when you encounter extraordinary ground forms such as salt strata, lakes, volcanic formations and geyser.
3. Animal Variety
From north to south of the country it is very exciting to encounter llamas, flamingos, penguins, sea lions, camel birds, pelicans, bucks, whales, deers.
4. Wine
In Chile, some of the world’s best wines are produced. You can taste it in these wine ties. Chile wine in general is quite good quality and very reasonably priced.
5. Seafood
Even tastes of salmon or tuna fish are even better in Chile. Especially in the capital Santiago, dozens of restaurants sell delicious and very fresh seafood. Especially the blue crab is a taste that must be tried by tourists.
6. Pablo Neruda’s Houses
The Pablo Neruda Foundation turned all the houses of the poet into the muse and made them public. Furthermore, these 3 museum houses are located in different cities of Chile (Santiago, Valparaiso and Isla Negra). Moreover, each house has a different style and decoration. Everything in the house was personally selected and taken by Neruda.
7. History of Chile
The Chileans are proud of their history despite the 17-year military clan. Rather than ignore this disturbing remnants, they have now managed to integrate into their lives.
8. Easter Island
You can reach this tiny island in the middle of the Pacific Ocean with a five-hour flight from the capital Santiago. Definitely the most lonely and private place on earth. The time and money you spend will definitely be worth it.
9. Patagonia
Approximately 50% of the Chilean Patagonia is made up of the protected nature. Moreover, you can enjoy fishing, doing the world’s most famous trekking tours, mountain climbing, rafting, kayaking and horse riding activities.
10. Culture
There are about 8 different locals within the Chilean Borders. You can get to know the Mapuche and other indigenous peoples while you are visiting the country.