The pretty churches of Chiloé: island architecture in southern Chile

The simple and elegant wooden churches of Chiloé rival the beauty of any European cathedral. Southern Chile´s Chiloé Island is famous for these churches, with more than 50 structures surviving – 16 of which were named as World Heritage Sites in December 2000, preserving the island’s unique culture and history. The architecture of Chiloés churches, … More The pretty churches of Chiloé: island architecture in southern Chile

Full moon rising: an eerie and ethereal spectacle in Chile’s Valle de la Luna

Sunset is a popular time to visit Valle de la Luna in Chile’s Atacama Desert, but if you are fortunate enough to go during the full moon, you will witness a marvelous landscape. Valle de la Luna – “Valley of the Moon” – is so named for its unique lunar-like landscape. Rambling sand dunes and … More Full moon rising: an eerie and ethereal spectacle in Chile’s Valle de la Luna

Explore Valle Exploradores: Ice-trekking a magnificent Patagonia glacier in southern Chile

Southern Chile’s extraordinary Valle Exploradores is punctuated by a persistent – but slowly-shrinking – glacier. The iridescent azure mass of ice known as Exploradores Glacier is being studied by scientists who are observing its gradual retreat. The rate of shrinkage is low, however, and Valle Exploradores will continue to provide thrilling ice-trekking activities for years … More Explore Valle Exploradores: Ice-trekking a magnificent Patagonia glacier in southern Chile

Villa Alegre: A vibrant place in the heart of Chile’s Maule Valley wine country

For a cheerful vacation spot or a festive day trip, visit the gorgeous town of Villa Alegre, in Chile’s Maule Region, 36 km south of Talca and 283 km south of Santiago. “Villa Alegre” is “Cheerful Valley” in English, and visitors to the town can quickly feel the natural joy and beauty of Maule wine … More Villa Alegre: A vibrant place in the heart of Chile’s Maule Valley wine country

Santiago, Chile in songs – a musical tour of the city’s most romantic neighborhoods

The city of Santiago de Chile is never romanticized as much as Paris or New York, but it should be. Colorful tones of revolution and romance are evident in every distinct neighborhood throughout Santiago, and these sensations gain additional depth and poignancy when paired with the perfect music. Listen to the following playlist while visiting … More Santiago, Chile in songs – a musical tour of the city’s most romantic neighborhoods