Street Scene

Santiago

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August 1st 2009
We actually were in Santiago twice. The first time was back on July 8th before we flew to Lima on the 10th and then we flew back in on July 29th and we liked it so much more the second time round. It may be because it was warmer or that the part we stayed in second time round was nicer. The smog in this city makes it seem grey and a bit rundown. There aren't many major sights here - a few churches ... read more

South America » Chile » Santiago Region » Santiago

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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