Lonely Planet Santiago De Chile

by Bernhardson, Wayne

• ISBN13: 9780864424334
• ISBN10: 0864424337
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2000-10-01
• Publisher: Lonely Planet

Summary

Attention all surfers and skiers, city slickers and oenophiles: Santiago is in one of Chile's most diverse regions. With this detailed guide, you can explore this cosmopolitan capital, then head for a swoosh down the Andes, a frolic in the Pacific, or even south for a rodeo and a dip in some hot springs!-- lodging options from camping and hostels to high-rise hotels-- excursions from Valpo and Vina to Mendoza, Argentina-- tips on touring the best wineries-- activities including hiking, cycling, rafting the Rio Maipo and more-- food listings including international cuisine and local favorites-- 16 detailed maps, 10 in full color

Table of Contents

Introduction	9	(10)
Facts About Santiago De Chile	10	(16)
History	10	(4)
Geography	14	(1)
Climate	14	(1)
Ecology & Environment	15	(1)
Flora & Fauna	15	(1)
Government & Politics	16	(1)
Economy	17	(1)
Population & People	17	(1)
Education	18	(1)
Science & Philosophy	18	(1)
Arts	19	(5)
Society & Conduct	24	(1)
Religion	25	(1)
Language	25	(1)
Facts for the Visitor	26	(26)
When to Go	26	(1)
Orientation	26	(1)
Maps	27	(1)
Tourist Offices	27	(1)
Documents	28	(2)
Embassies & Consulates	30	(2)
Customs	32	(1)
Money	32	(2)
Post & Communications	34	(3)
Internet Resources	37	(1)
Books	38	(1)
Newspapers & Magazines	39	(1)
Radio & TV	40	(1)
Photography & Video	41	(1)
Time	41	(1)
Electricity	41	(1)
Weight & Measures	41	(1)
Laundry	42	(1)
Recycling	42	(1)
Toilets	42	(1)
Luggage Storage	42	(1)
Health	42	(1)
Women Travelers	42	(1)
Gay & Lesbian Travelers	43	(1)
Disabled Travelers	43	(1)
Senior Travelers	43	(1)
Santiago for Children	44	(1)
Useful Organizations	44	(1)
Libraries	44	(1)
Universities	44	(1)
Cultural Centers	45	(1)
Dangers & Annoyances	45	(2)
Emergencies	47	(1)
Legal Matters	47	(1)
Business Hours	48	(1)
Public Holidays	48	(1)
Special Events	48	(1)
Doing Business	49	(1)
Work	50	(2)
Getting There & Away	52	(10)
Air	52	(7)
Bus	59	(1)
Train	60	(1)
Car & Motorcycle	60	(1)
Bicycle	61	(1)
Hitchhiking	61	(1)
Getting Around	62	(6)
To/From the Airport	62	(1)
Bus	62	(1)
Taxi Colectivo	62	(1)
Metro	62	(1)
Car & Motorcycle	63	(3)
Taxi	66	(1)
Bicycle	66	(1)
Walking	66	(1)
Organized Tours	66	(2)
Things to See & Do	68	(17)
Santiago Centro	68	(6)
Barrio Brasil & Around	74	(3)
Barrio Bellavista	77	(1)
Parque Metropolitano	78	(1)
Providencia	78	(1)
Las Condes & Vitacura	79	(1)
Nunoa	80	(1)
Penalolen	80	(1)
Cerrillos & Maipu	81	(1)
Activities	81	(2)
Language Courses	83	(2)
Places to Stay	85	(7)
Places to Stay - Budget	85	(2)
Places to Stay - Mid-Range	87	(1)
Places to Stay - Top End	88	(3)
Long-Term Rentals	91	(1)
Places to Eat	92	(12)
Food	92	(3)
Drinks	95	(1)
Santiago Centro & Vicinity	96	(1)
Barrio Brasil	97	(1)
Barrio Bellavista & Vicinity	98	(2)
providencia	100	(1)
Las Condes & Vitacura	101	(1)
Nunoa	102	(2)
Entertainment	104	(5)
Pubs & Bars	104	(1)
Dance Clubs	104	(1)
Salsa	105	(1)
Nightclubs	105	(1)
Gay & Lesbian Venues	105	(1)
Rock	106	(1)
Blues & Jazz	106	(1)
Folk & Traditional Music	106	(1)
Classical Music	107	(1)
Cinemas	107	(1)
Theater	107	(1)
Spectator Sports	108	(1)
Shopping	109	(5)
What to Buy	109	(2)
Where to Shop	111	(3)
Excursions	114	(56)
Around Santiago	114	(1)
Caleu	114	(1)
Pomaire	114	(2)
Wineries	116	(1)
Cajon del Maipo	117	(1)
Rafting the Rio Maipo	117	(1)
Pirque	118	(1)
Reserva Nacional Rio Clarillo	118	(1)
San Jose de Maipo	118	(1)
San Alfonso	119	(1)
Refugio Lo Valdes	119	(1)
Monumento Natural El Morado	120	(1)
Ski Resorts	120	(1)
El Colorado	120	(1)
La Parva	121	(1)
Valle Nevado	121	(1)
Portillo	121	(1)
Central Coast	121	(1)
Valparaiso	121	(12)
Around Valparaiso	133	(1)
Vina del Mar	133	(8)
Around Vina del mar	141	(2)
La Ligua	143	(1)
Parque Nacional La Campana	143	(2)
Los Andes	145	(1)
Southern Heartland	146	(1)
Rancagua	146	(3)
Around Rancagua	149	(1)
Reserva Nacional Rio de Los Cipreses	150	(1)
Hacienda Los Lingues	151	(1)
Ruta del Vino	151	(1)
Pichilemu & Around	152	(1)
Mendoza (Argentina)	152	(1)
Mendoza (City)	153	(11)
Around Mendoza	164	(2)
Uspallata	166	(1)
Parque provincial Aconcagua	167	(1)
Aconcagua	167	(3)
Language	170	(5)
Glossary	175	(4)
Index	179	(6)
Santiago De Chile Map Section	185