Santiago the Chile also referred as Santiago is cosmopolitan, sophisticated and full of energy where several cultures exist in harmony. And you will get a sample of its liveliness during your visit to downtown where streets are lined with historical buildings and street performers and urban photographers vie for attention. The city is a seamless mix of old and new and tradition and modernity which is best showcased in its neo- baroque and modern architecture and scrumptious culinary delights. All these features inspire travellers to book business class flights to Santiago.
Useful Information
- The best time to visit Santiago is September through November, and from March through May.
- The city has an excellent metro system to make getting around in city easier.
- The city doesn’t have any security threat but it always wise to be watchful.
On their trip to the city the visitors should go to explore museums, heritage buildings and climate controlled shopping malls which are symbols of new age shopping. Museo Chileno de Arte Precolombino, and Museo de la Memoria y los Derechos Humanos are popular among museum hoppers visiting the city. Cerro San Cristoball, a public garden spread over 722 hectares of land offers a commanding view of the city. The 14m-high statue of the Virgen de la Inmaculada Concepción is one of the most prominent structures in the park. La Chascona the former hideout of Pablo Neruda is known for its architectural excellence where dining room is modelled on ship’s cabin and living room on a lighthouse. It is the place where noted poet spent some days with his mistress. Plaza de Armas which is the main plaza of the city is lined with several cathedrals. The place is now an important hub of meeting and recreation. La Moneda Palace is also a fine work of architecture but you have to book in advance if you want a visit. Parque Forestal situated along the Mapocho River is a great destination in its own right and also the site of the National Museum of Fine Arts and Modern Art Museum.