Top Things To See And Do In Santiago de Chile
A bustling city like Santiago de Chile has a lot to offer to its tourists. From museums to markets, there is something for everyone to discover. Here is list of the top things not to miss in Chile’s capital.
1. Plaza de Armas
Architectural Landmark
Considered the historical centre of Santiago, the Plaza de Armas is an important square to modern day Chile. Lined with palm trees, the square is surrounded by many historic buildings, such as the beautiful Metropolitan Cathedral, the Central Post Office and the Royal Court Palace. Within the square, locals gather to relax and painters sell their work, but in general it is a highly multicultural area. There are also many monuments, one of which is dedicated to Pedro de Valdivia, the founder of the city and conqueror of Chile. To get a taste of Santiago, the Plaza de Armas is a good place to start.
2. Cerro San Cristóbal
Park, Zoo, Natural Feature
3. The Markets
Market
Amongst Santiago’s many street markets (ferias), some of the most notable are Los Domínicos and Santa Lucía, traditional arts and handicrafts markets. There you will find souvenirs and handicrafts at the best price in the city, such as the famous alpaca wool ponchos. Although nowadays the ferias are somewhat aimed at tourists, it is not completely devoid of authentic tradition, so visiting them is an excellent way to discover Chile’s folkloric culture. Another notable market is the Mercado Central. Located in the city center, it is considered a historical landmark and was ranked the fifth best market in the world by the National Geographic. The products to try here are the shellfish, the pisco sour, both of which are national favorites.
5. La Chascona House
Museum
6. Museo de Arte Precolombino (Museum of Pre-Columbian Art)
Museum
7. La Moneda (Presidential Palace)
Architectural Landmark
8. Parque Forestal
Museum, Park
9. Museo de la Bellas Artes
Art Gallery, Building, Museum
10. Teatro Municipal de Santiago
Theater
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