Attractions of Chile

To help inspire or plan your trip to Chile, some of its major attractions for travellers are shown below, including some of the best natural, historical, cultural and adventure sites in the country. These include all of UNESCO World Heritage Sites for Chile which represent the best of the world's cultural and natural heritage.
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Chilean Patagonia - Wildlife attractions

Torres del Paine
Torres del Paine Torres del Paine National Park is one of the most beautiful and spectacular landscapes in South America. The snow-capped jagged granite peaks, lush green valleys, blue and green lakes and great glaciers of ice contrast and complement each other to produce a stunning setting. The scenery and mountainous landscape make Torres del Paine one of the world's great trekking destinations - options range from extended circuits taking over a week to day hikes. The most popular (and must-do) day trek is an ascent along the beautiful valley of the Rio Asencio up to the viewpoint overlooking the Torres del Paine (Mirador Las Torres) - the three towers which are emblematic of the park. The final ascent over rough boulders is difficult but rewarded with the view of the granite peaks rising dramatically to the sky (often with their peaks shrouded in clouds) over a lagoon and landscape shaped by glacial ice and the elements. There are numerous other trekking options as well as the chance of a boat ride on Lago Grey to get close to the blue-tinged ice of the Grey Glacier (and enjoy a pisco sour with glacier ice when there), kayaking on the lake near some discarded glacier chunks or horse-riding through the stunning landscapes. The parks other attractions include the Salto Grande Waterfall, the breathtaking views from the Mirador Ferrier and the wildlife which inhabits the park including the ubiquitous guanaco, fox, rhea, condor and flamingo.

Torres del Paine

Torres del Paine

Torres del Paine National Park is one of the most beautiful and spectacular landscapes in South America. The snow-capped jagged granite peaks, lush green valleys, blue and green lakes and great glaciers of ice contrast and complement each other to produce a stunning setting. The scenery and mountainous landscape make Torres del Paine one of the world's great trekking destinations - options range from extended circuits taking over a week to day hikes. The most popular (and must-do) day trek is an ascent along the beautiful valley of the Rio Asencio up to the viewpoint overlooking the Torres del Paine (Mirador Las Torres) - the three towers which are emblematic of the park. The final ascent over rough boulders is difficult but rewarded with the view of the granite peaks rising dramatically to the sky (often with their peaks shrouded in clouds) over a lagoon and landscape shaped by glacial ice and the elements. There are numerous other trekking options as well as the chance of a boat ride on Lago Grey to get close to the blue-tinged ice of the Grey Glacier (and enjoy a pisco sour with glacier ice when there), kayaking on the lake near some discarded glacier chunks or horse-riding through the stunning landscapes. The parks other attractions include the Salto Grande Waterfall, the breathtaking views from the Mirador Ferrier and the wildlife which inhabits the park including the ubiquitous guanaco, fox, rhea, condor and flamingo.

Punta Arenas
Punta Arenas Punta Arenas is Chile's southernmost city, located just across the Straits of Magellan from Tierra del Fuego. As well as being a stopping off point for exploring Torres del Paine and Tierra del Fuego, Punta Arenas is an interesting city in its own right. Founded in the 19th century as a penal colony, the town grew rich as an important port on the shipping routes through the southern oceans and as a centre of sheep ranching. There are numerous mansions in the town which are testament to those days and the interior of the Palacio Sara Braun has been kept in its original state. The city's cemetery also has many grandiose crypts and tombstones of its wealthy families as well as showcasing the cultural diversity of the people who moved and lived here. Close to Punta Arenas at Seno Otway and Island of Magdalena are breeding colonies of Magellanic penguins.

Punta Arenas

Punta Arenas

Punta Arenas is Chile's southernmost city, located just across the Straits of Magellan from Tierra del Fuego. As well as being a stopping off point for exploring Torres del Paine and Tierra del Fuego, Punta Arenas is an interesting city in its own right. Founded in the 19th century as a penal colony, the town grew rich as an important port on the shipping routes through the southern oceans and as a centre of sheep ranching. There are numerous mansions in the town which are testament to those days and the interior of the Palacio Sara Braun has been kept in its original state. The city's cemetery also has many grandiose crypts and tombstones of its wealthy families as well as showcasing the cultural diversity of the people who moved and lived here. Close to Punta Arenas at Seno Otway and Island of Magdalena are breeding colonies of Magellanic penguins.