Using the traditional knowledge of Chile’s indigenous Mapuche people, a Dutch scientist is hoping to tackle one of the great medical problems of the world. One of the […]
Chilean Patagonia, one of the world’s most iconic cycling routes
The Carretera Austral region’s range of adventurous cycling around stunning lakes, rivers, mountains and forests gains international accolade Your legs burn with fatigue, changeable weather tests your resolve […]
Chilean high-mountain archeologist reveals Incan secrets
Archeologist Felipe Villela talks to This is Chile about the Incan influence in Chile and the child sacrifices found atop many of the Andean nation’s mountains. While the […]
Chilean economy : Mining and Exports
Noted for its stability and sustainable growth, Chile is one of the great economic success stories of Latin America. Among the most developed nations in Latin America, Chile […]
Chile and the environment
With the world’s driest desert in the north, glacier fields in the south and 2,500 endemic species, Chile has some of the region’s – and world’s – most […]
Chilean cuisine and eating out
The dining scene in Chile today includes fresh sushi and Turkish coffee as well as Chilean classics. A guide to where, what and how to eat. For many years, dining […]
Chile : Chicha and pisco
Raising one’s elbow is a local saying and an exercise to toast with a glass of wine, chicha or pisco sour. In addition to wine, grapes are the […]
Chile : Central Valley
Snow and ocean, poetry, bohemians and world-class wines. Chile’s central region charm travelers with a plethora of attractions. The Central Valley of Chile extend across three regions: Valparaíso, Libertador […]
Best places for a night out in Chile’s main cities
Every city in Chile has great destinations for a fun night out on the town. Whether you’re traveling in Arica in the north or Puerto Montt in the […]
Celebrating Christmas in Chile
There’s special food, special drink and of course Santa Claus as well – only with a different name. As the days grow warmer and the evenings last longer, […]