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Pisco Elqui / La Sorena / Paddy’s Day!

April 17th 2011
It was supposed to be different, but in the end it was alright anyway! After Santiago, we ended up spending just a couple of days in Pisco Elqui. As the name suggests it is famous for its Pisco production and distilleries - Pisco being a (tasty) Chilean grape brandy. The town is also known for its clearest skies and spectacular nights with millions of stars. Unfortunately for us it was too cloudy ... read more
South America » Chile » Coquimbo Region » Pisco Elqui

Chilean Flag 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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