This Ghost Town is 52 km from Iquique. Its complete name is Oficina Santiago Humberstone; it was established in 1862 and has been declared a National Monument. It was originally named Palma, but when it changed owners in 1934, the name was adopted by which it is known today.

The office functioned until 1960, when the saltpeter business suffered a decline. The buildings have been well preserved and you can go in and appreciate their sumptuous construction. A good example is the theater, which stands in the square and still has its original seats. You can also see the church, which has been recently restored.

Elsewhere you will find a copper swimming pool with a bamboo roof against the sun, tennis courts, old houses for the miners, the Pulpería (shop) and the administration building.