Can a desert become a flowery garden in a matter of just a few hours? It can in Chile. It is a climate-related phenomenon called the Desert in Bloom (Desierto […]
The Chilean berry boom
Wine and olive oil are not the only things Chile has to offer, as a leading food producer, to the most sophisticated tables of the planet. A privileged geography has made […]
The churches of Chiloé: the architectural richness of the south of Chile
Besides its flora and fauna, the southern archipelago of Chiloé preserves beautiful wooden churches built in the 18th century, 16 of which have been listed as World Heritage […]
The brewing tradition in southern Chile
Begun by German immigrants, the Chilean beer industry has come a long way to become part of the national culture. Chile has a long relationship with beer. Already […]
The Chilean kiwi industry: an internationally successful model
The Chilean kiwi has managed to conquer the most demanding markets in Asia, Europe and the Americas with its focus on quality. The kiwi is a peculiar fruit. […]
The ancient weaving techniques of the people of Chiloé Island
Chiloé islanders have lived for centuries making woolen clothes to keep themselves warm during the long winter months. Though new techniques have come to the island over the […]
The climate of Chile
Arid desert weather; temperate agricultural zones; clear skies for star gazing; ice fields in the Patagonian south. The only climate missing from Chile is the humid tropics. Chile […]
The boom of Mapuche medicine
Colds, depression are some of the ailments that can be treated with the traditional cures of the Mapuches. These are accessible through Makelawen, the first chain of pharmacies […]
The best places in Chile where to enjoy a traditional «completo»
Adapted from the American hot dogs, the «completos» have become an important part of the chilean cuisine. During the month of May several fast food chains celebrate one […]
The best places of Valparaíso – Chile
Hills: Without doubt, these are Valparaiso’s main attraction. You can find everything there, from the Dissidents’ Cemetery to a prison turned into a cultural center. There are high-priced […]
