Latin American countries are relatively newtourist destination and, unlike the resorts of the Caribbean, a fairly small number of Russian tourists come here to rest. Chile is one of them. This state is primarily associated with the bloody dictator Pinochet, and with a very hot pepper. But the years
Tours in Chile rarely take place without a visit.Easter Islands, on the shores of which stand strange stone idols of moai. Scientists still can not come to a common opinion, what religious beliefs gave rise to these sculptures and, most importantly, how the ancient islanders brought them to the coast from the quarries. “In childhood we were taught in school - there is no country more wonderful than Chile” - is sung in a song to the verses of Pablo Neruda. This phenomenal state lies in almost all climatic zones of the planet, and you can take a ride from the sub-equatorial jungle to the tundra, without crossing the state border.
The capital of Chile - Santiago, can not, of course,compare with Rio de Janeiro or Buenos Aires, where there are many buildings of colonial architecture, but this city has its own “face”, its own special charm. Many travelers view it as a simple transit point to immediately go to the Atacama Desert, to Patagonia or to Tierra del Fuego. However, there is why linger for a few days. On all sides, Santiago is surrounded by a crown of majestic mountain peaks.
Andes not only form peculiarmicroclimate, but also serve as a place of rest for residents of the capital: mountaineering, climbing, trekking, and also skiing, snowboarding. Having plenty of snow-covered slopes, and a little bit cold, you can go to the beach, since the capital of Chile lies just an hour from the sea. Acquainted with the natural beauty of the neighborhood of Santiago, you need to pay due attention and architectural sights of the city.
All sightseeing tours usually start from the Plaza.de Armas is the Plaza of Arms, with which the capital of Chile began. In 1541, the Spanish conquistador Pedro de Valdivia built an arsenal at this place, because he felt uncomfortable among the local population. Since that time, the square was also a market; festivals and even bull fights were held there. Now fountains are gurgling here, and only the bronze statue of the conquistador reminds us
The capital of Chile is also famous for another building -the palace of La Moneda. Once, coins were minted here (hence the name), but later a presidential palace was built here. It was him who bombed the junta of Pinochet in 1973, as a result of which the palace was partially destroyed. A monument to Salvador Allende is now erected in front of the government residence. If you wish, you can get inside the building or just confine yourself to watching the solemn changing of the guard to the beat of drums and music.
