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Central Zone and Metropolitan Disctrict of Chile

Tourism, sightseeing, maps, geography, accommodations, food and drink, photos, and travel resources for Santiago, Vina del Mar, Valparaiso, Rancagua, Pichilemu, Curico, Talca, Cauquenes and Robinson Crusoe island included in Valparaíso, Libertador General Bernardo O'Higgins, Maule, and Metropolitan regions (5, 6 and 7, respectively).
Popular Tours in Central Chile
Popular Tours in Central Chile includes visits to Isla Negra and the Pablo Neruda Museum, Cousino Macul Winery and Concha y Toro Winery, Valle Nevado Ski Resort, Wine Route of the Colchagua Valley, Horseriding in the Andes, Portillo Ski Resort, Hacienda Los Lingues, Walk "In Search of the Condor", Vina Del Mar and Valparaiso.
Dream Trip To Central Chile
Join your guide in a sentimental voyage back to Central Chile, to visit Valparaiso, Vina del Mar, Santiago, Sewell, the Juan Fernandez archipelago and many of the top attractions along the way.
Juan Fernandez Archipelago
Off the coast of Chile, way off the beaten track, the archipelago was once home to Alexander Selkirk, the Scottish castway who spent four years there and became the basis for the novel Robinson Crusoe. With limited tourism facilities, the archipelago is still a draw for the historical connections and unique wildlife.
Vina del Mar, Chile
Chile's premiere resort on the Chilean "Riviera" attracts Chileans and international visitors to the beaches, the casino, the elegant hotels and restaurants, the museums and spritely nightlife.
Arch. Juan Fernández
National park 2 days by sea from the coast of Chile or 2 hours by air from Santiago.
Central Zone Map
Cities, zone description, national parks and monuments, tourist destinations, and ski resorts.
El Tren de Vino - De Trenes y Vino
Enjoy Clarence Fisk's article, in Spanish, and photos of a nostalgic trip on the Wine Train which combines wine tasting and snacks with visits to historic wineries in the Colchagua Valley.
Ilustre Municipalidad de Limache
Limache, northeast of Valpaaiso, is a scenic community known for its folklore, religious festivals, sporting events and recreational activities.
Hotel and Termas de Jahuel
"Located an hour north of Santiago in the Metropolitan Region, reopened its doors in 2005 after a major remodel of accommodation and spa facilities. Since the grand reopening, the hotel has constructed a new five suite lodge and a pool side eating area." (Santiago Times)
Juan Fernández Islands
Robinson Crusoe and Alexander Selkirk Islands.
Map
Map of cities courtesy of www.chile-travel.com.
Map
Courtesy of Lonely Planet.
Province of Cachapoal
Descriptions and photos of attractions in the province.
Province of Cardenal Caro
Descriptions and photos of attractions in the province.
Province of Chacabuco
Descriptions and photos of attractions in the province.
Province of Colchagua
Descriptions and photos of attractions in the province.
Province of Cordillera
Descriptions and photos of attractions in the province.
Province of Easter Island
Descriptions and photos of attractions in the province.
Province of Los Andes
Descriptions and photos of attractions in the province.
Province of Maipo
Descriptions and photos of attractions in the province.
Province of Mellipilla
Descriptions and photos of attractions in the province.
Province of Petorca
Descriptions and photos of attractions in the province.
Province of Quillota
Descriptions and photos of attractions in the province.
Province of San Antonia
Descriptions and photos of attractions in the province.
Province of San Felipe de Aconcagua
Descriptions and photos of attractions in the province.
Province of Talagante
Descriptions and photos of attractions in the province.
Provinces of Metropolitan Region
Descriptions and photos of the provinces.
Region 5
Description and photos of Region 5, Valparaiso, from Access Chile.
Serviu V Region
Online presence for the Ministry of Housing and Urbanization contains services, programs, and related sites.

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