Valparaíso

Situated 112 km northwest of Santiago, the city lies on a large bay facing the Pacific Ocean. It has a population of around 275,000 inhabitants.

It is an important maritime port and industrial center, and one of the largest cities of the country. Among its economic activities are food processing and the production of fabrics, clothing, leather, petrochemical and metal products.

Valparaíso is the seat of legislative power, and offers a great variety of beautiful and picturesque places - squares, hills, varied quarters, small fishing creeks, beaches, avenues and streets full of twists and turns which offer the visitor typical landscapes full of beauty and nobility.

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Monuments in Valparaíso
Museums in Valparaíso
Viewpoints and Walks in Valparaíso
Hills of Valparaíso
Elevators in Valparaíso
Wharves and Creeks in Valparaíso
Squares in Valparaíso
Churches in Valparaíso
The Beaches and Lakes of Valparaíso
The History of Valparaíso
Lago Peñuelas National Reserve
La Campana National Park
Valparaíso - World Cultural Heritage