Travel Guide: Chile

South American Paradise

Located in South America, Chile is a long and slender country, stretching two thousand seven hundred miles along the coast. With roughly 4,000 miles of coastline on the Pacific Ocean to the west of the country, it is bordered on the east by the Andes Mountains. The population of the country is 16 million, and many live in its capital and largest city, Santiago. The mysterious Easter Island is a special territory of Chile.

Varied Climate

The climate of Chile is impossible to generalize, because of the wide variety of weather conditions found within the country. From deserts in the north to glaciers in the southeast, extremes in climate are found. However, weather that is more temperate can be felt in central areas of the country. Chile enjoys all four season throughout the country, with summers ranging from December to February, and winters from June until August.

Language

The language most commonly spoken in Chile is Spanish, though it is a dialect quite different from the Spanish of neighboring countries. English and German are also spoken to a limited extent. The inhabitants of this country adhere primarily to the Roman Catholic religion.

Culture

Due to the relative isolation of the country, Chilean culture is a mix primarily of Spanish and indigenous influences. Rooted in the country’s vivid history, this culture matched with its stunning landscape make Chile an awesome place to visit.