Valparaiso
“Greater Valparaiso” is the second largest metropolitan area in the country. Despite only being the second largest city in the metropolitan area of Greater Valparaíso, Valparaíso serves as the namesake for the region due to its historical and cultural significance. Valparaíso is located about 120 km northwest of Santiago by road and is one of the Pacific Ocean’s most important seaports.
Valparaíso is the capital of Chile’s second most populated administrative region and has been the headquarters for the Chilean Navy since 1817 and the seat of the Chilean National Congress since 1990.
Concepción Hill is, probably, the port’s center of street arts, color and creativity, Thus, we start this Street Art Route in Valparaíso at the famous Fischer stairs that connects with Gálvez Alley.
Santiago
On our way from Valparaiso to Santiago, we stopped at a winery…
Founded in 1541 by the Spanish conquistador Pedro de Valdicvia, Santiago has served as the capital city of Chile since colonial times.
The city has a downtown core of 19th-century neoclassical architecture and winding side-streets featuring a mix of art deco, neo-gothic, and other styles. Santiago’s cityscape is defined by several stand-alone hills and the fast-flowing Mapocho River, which is lined by parks such as Parque Forestal and Balmaceda Park.
The Andes Mountains can be seen from most parts of the city and contribute to a smog problem, particularly during winter, due to the lack of rain. The outskirts of the city are surrounded by vineyards, and Santiago is within an hour’s drive of both the mountains and the Pacific Ocean.
The Metropolitan Cathedral is the main house of worship for Chile’s Catholic Church and the base for the country’s Archdiocese. It is dedicated to the Assumption of Mary into Heaven.
Santiago Metropolitan Cathedral
The history of the Santiago Metropolitan Cathedral starts back in the mid-1500s when Spanish conquistador Pedro de Valdivia founded Santiago. Valdivia established a house of worship in the city’s main square, Plaza de Armas which led to a small cathedral being built around 1600.
Located in the northwest corner of the Plaza de Armas, Santiago’s Metropolitan Cathedral offers a nice little escape from the lively street musicians, performers, and artists in the historic square. A lovely place for a sit down, meditate or quiet walk, taking in the cathedral’s baroque details.
Santiago subway system- Inexpensive and efficient.
PARQUE ARAUCO is the country´s pioneer and leading shopping mall. Located in one of the city´s most exclusive districts, it stands out for offering the most attractive store mix, and a gastronomic experience with over 65 alternatives to choose from, together with a high level entertainment listing.
In PARQUE ARAUCO you will discover more than 350 brands, and all 4 unique and distinguishing areas will delight you for sure. Bazar Gourmet, Chile’s first food hall, with dazzling aesthetics and innovation, in relation to urban and casual cuisine of the world.
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