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KEY Sernatur Tourism
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Information Office Tourist Information Metro station
Ruta 68
Bus station
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Ruta 78
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Hospital
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Church Interesting architecture Ruta 5
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Access to South
Historic site Shopping center
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Santiago has entered the world stage as one of the most modern cities on the continent, with good business opportunities and as an increasingly attractive tourism destination.
Funicular
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Zoo Market
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Handicrafts
Mercado Central
The city’s growing offering of gastronomy, cultural tours, nightlife, entertainment and accommodation are all set within the framework of a privileged location - just a few kilometers from beaches, snow and wine routes.
Parks and plazas
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Art gallery
Rotonda Pérez-Zujovic
Stadium
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Ski resort Viewpoint
Embajada de Estados Unidos
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Plaza de Armas
Racetrack
Clínica Indisa
Theater Consulate
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Consulado de Canadá
Point of interest
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General Information Climate: High-altitude Mediterranean, temperate. In summer, temperatures range between 15º and 34ºC, and in winter, between 0º and 18ºC. Precipitation is concentrated during the winter months, between May and September, with an annual average of 380 mm.
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Santiago The Chilean capital is located in the country’s central region, on parallel 33º south. It is the most populous city in the country (6,061,185 inhabitants, according to the 2002 census) and is its political, economic, industrial and cultural center.
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Route 5 Panamericana Route 68 Pedestrian walkways
Iglesia Vera Cruz
Safety: Within South America, Santiago is one of the safest capital cities. However, it’s always recommendable to avoid having overtly valuable items on show and to be aware of your pockets and purses.
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Banks: Banks are open from 9am to 2pm. To exchange money, it’s best to visit an official money exchange location, known as “Casas de Cambio,” which are generally open between 9am and 6pm.
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