Vacation Rentals in Chile
Vacation rentals in Chile
In Chile, which is situated along the South American coast, there are countless holiday apartments directly at the sea, which offer you wonderful views and direct access to the nearest sandy beach. In addition, the apartments in the cities are perfect starting points for cultural exploration tours. But there are also vacation rentals near the numerous national parks and on the famous Easter Island.
Holidays in Chile
Location and orientation
Chile is a state in the southwestern part of South America, which is considered to be the longest in the world. Chile stretches along the Pacific coast and the Andes and borders Bolivia, Peru and Argentina. Chile has many contrasts to offer from the dry areas of the Atacama Desert in the north to the fertile regions of rainforests, glaciers and lakes. Most of Chile's inhabitants live in the metropolitan region of Santiago, where you will find many cultural and architectural sights.
Chile has a total of 32 national parks, each of which offers you a rare fauna and flora worthy of protection.
Top 3 travel tips
Valparaíso is located west of Santiago and has one of the most important seaports in the world. The city is on the UNESCO World Heritage List and not only seduces with its famous historic hills and cable cars, but also with an exciting street art scene. In the old town you can stroll over steep alleys and enjoy the unique flair of the colourful houses.
2. Admire the churches built entirely of woodAlso on the UNESCO World Heritage List are the 16 wooden churches of Chiloé, which can be found on the island of the same name in southern Chile. All the churches were built entirely of wood in the 18th and 19th centuries. This traditional wooden architecture shows indigenous and colonial influences. Until today the wooden churches are used as places of worship and are regularly restored.
3. Travel to the most impressive mysteries of the worldThe famous Rapa Nui National Park is located on Easter Island in the Pacific Ocean, which belongs to Chile. There are the world-famous stone giants, of which there are about 800 on the island. Even today, researchers are still puzzling over why these gigantic stone colossuses were set up. In the National Park, which occupies the entire island, you can also visit the ceremonial village of Orongo, the volcanic crater, petroglyphs and many caves and bays.