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argentinian borders

Chile is a vast territory, and the variety of landscapes and climates is one of its great riches. The most beautiful Chilean landscapes extend from the extreme north to the southern tip of the country. Between the aridity of the Atacama Desert and the sublime and icy region of Patagonia, not forgetting Valparaiso and Easter Island, discover the places […]

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flight to chile

Distance calls – if you want to go really far away to discover something completely new, experience a different culture and create lasting memories, then getting on a plane is the only thing that really helps.

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types of visas in chile

There are various types of visa to enter a given territory. In Chile, there are tourist visas, student visas, work visas, and a special type of visa allowing to combine holidays with work opportunities. No Visa Required for Many Most citizens from Europe, the United States, Canada, and Australia, do not require a tourist visa […]

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chilean landscape

The Chilean landscapes are varied and charming. Wild nature is very well preserved, and due to the country’s length, the natural conditions are extremely different from region to region. The only disadvantage of this variety is that you will need to make decisions! Unless you have several months to spare, you will not be able […]

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chilean wine types

It is a science in and of itself. There are many types of wine in every price range, but true connoisseurs know exactly how to identify a truly good wine. A lot of qualities depend on how the grapes were exposed to the sun, the way they were picked up, and, of course, how and […]

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round trip through chile

If you are looking for a special, extremely varied round trip, here it is: from deserts to the glaciers, Chile truly offers every imaginable option.  Ideally, you should consider three weeks for this voyage. Chile is often regarded as one of the South American countries resembling Europe the most. Also, it is the narrowest country […]

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chilean names

O’Higgins, Mackenna, Lynch: these are just a few examples of significant figures in the history of a particular nation. However, if you immediately thought Irish history, you’d be mistaken – these are the names of important figures in Chilean history. In fact, one of them, Bernardo O’Higgins, is considered the father of modern Chile. Today, […]

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lake district chile

While it’s likely that you’re well acquainted with Patagonia, far fewer adventurers are familiar with Los Lagos, or the Chilean Lake District. Lush, green, and filled with sparkling turquoise lakes, the Lake District, Chile, is framed by snowy mountains and crisp blue skies. The Alpine scenery is so spectacular, it gives many of the more […]

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to live in chile

Thinking of getting away this festive season? Although you won’t get a white Christmas in Chile, Chileans definitely know how to do festive cheer. Chile is in the Southern Hemisphere, so Christmas Day actually falls in the middle of summer. Temperatures hit upwards of 80°F, which means that a roaring log fire is off the […]

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chilean slang

Chilean slang can confuse even the most advanced Spanish speaker. Chilean people’s idiosyncratic pronunciations – such as dropping ‘s’ sounds in phrases like más o menos so it becomes “mah-o-meno”, meaning “more or less” – can throw off those who are used to European Spanish. Furthermore, as with many other Latin American dialects, Chileans use […]

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