The Indian part of the show

Chile has various Indian tribes, the most well -known is the Mapuche in the south. They are known for their toughness. They have been attacked and attempted to be driven from their land many times over the last 300 or so years and every time the opponant is met with very stubborn, fierce and strong indians. They still play an important part in Chilean culture, economics, etc. today however their population is dwindling.

Fiestas Patrias Part 2

September 30th 2007
Now this is how the people with money celebrate! With a big asado (BBQ) with lots and lots of meat and food and drinks and some go to the main park in Santiago. The entrance fee is $8 per adult and $4 per child. That isn´t a ton from an American standpont but for a chilean it is. A lawyer here at Carlos´office makes maybe $3000 per month. A lawyer. Minimum wage (40 hours a week or more) is le ... read more

South America » Chile » Valparaíso Region » Viña del Mar

Prior to the coming of the Spanish in the 16th century, northern Chile was under Inca rule while Araucanian Indians inhabited central and southern Chile; the latter were not completely subjugated until the early 1880s. Although Chile declared its ind... ... read more

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