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Since the mid-1990s, the '''[[tourism]] in [[Chile]]''' has become one of the main economic resources of the country, especially in its most extreme areas. In 2005 this sector grew by 13.6 %, generating more than & nbsp;  1 500 millons [[US dollar]]s, equivalent to 1.33 % of national [[Gross Domestic Product|GDP]].
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'''[[Tourism]] in [[Chile]]''' has experienced sustained growth over the last decades. Chile received about 1.25 million foreign visitors in 2006,<ref name="INE">{{cite web |url=http://www.ine.cl/canales/chile_estadistico/estadisticas_economicas/turismo/infoanual/informesanuales.php |title=2006 Tourism Report |accessdate=2008-08-05 |work= |publisher=INE |date= |archiveurl = http://web.archive.org/web/20080730174532/http://www.ine.cl/canales/chile_estadistico/estadisticas_economicas/turismo/infoanual/informesanuales.php <!-- Bot retrieved archive --> |archivedate = 2008-07-30}}</ref> up to 2.50 million in 2007<ref>http://www.tourismroi.com/Content_Attachments/27670/File_633513750035785076.pdf</ref>
The percentages of foreign tourists arrivals by land, air and sea were, respectively, 55.3%, 40.5% and 4.2% for that year.<ref name="INE"/> The two main gateways for international tourists visiting Chile are [[Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport]] and [[Paso Libertadores|Paso Los Libertadores]].


According to the [[World Tourism Organization]] (WTO), Chile was the eighth destination for foreign tourists within [[America]] in 2010,<ref group=n> After [[Tourism in the United States|USA]] [[Tourism in Mexico|Mexico]], [[Tourism in Canada|Canada]], [[Tourism in Argentina|Argentina]], [[Tourism in Brazil|Brazil]], [[Tourism of the Dominican Republic|Dominican Republic]] and [[Tourism in Puerto Rico|Puerto Rico]]<ref name=omt>{{when it captured 1.8&nbsp;% of all visits to the continent.<ref name=omt>{{Quote Book|author = [[World Tourism Organization]] (WTO)|title = [http://mkt.unwto.org/sites/all/files/docpdf/unwtohighlights11enlr_1.pdf UNWTO Tourism Highlights 2011 Edition] | format = PDF | accessdate = April 20, 2011 |language = English |year = 2010 |chapter = Regional Results: Americas |pages = 8}}</ref> That year entered the country 2&nbsp;766&nbsp;000 tourists generated revenue of USD 1&nbsp;636 million<ref name=wto/> The majority of these visitors came from American countries, mainly [[Argentina]]; however, the biggest growth in recent years has corresponded to visitors of [[Europe]], especially [[Germany]]<ref name=estadisticas2011> {{Cite web |url=http://www.sernatur.cl/institucional/scripts/estadisticas.php | title = Studies and statistics - Statistics - Arrivals of foreign tourists to Chile - By nationality: Foreign tourists entered by nationality, 2011 (in Spanish) | accessdate=June 19, 2012 | format=PHP | author = National Tourism Service ([[SERNATUR]]) | date = s/f | publisher = www.sernatur.cl}}</ref> During the first quarter of 2011, came more than 1&nbsp;043&nbsp;000 tourists, which represented an increase of 9,2&nbsp;% over the same period last year, <ref>{{cite web | url = http://www.sernatur.cl/noticias/llegada-de-turistas-extranjeros-a-chile-aumenta-en-un-9 |title = Arrival of foreign tourists to Chile increased by 9% (in Spanish) |accessdate = April 8, 2011 |author = National Tourism Service (SERNATUR) |date = April 1, . 2011 |publisher = www.sernatur.cl}}</ref> which became a total of 3&nbsp;069&nbsp;792 until the end of the year.<ref name=estadisticas2011/
Chile has a great diversity of natural landscapes, from the Mars-like landscapes of the hyperarid [[Atacama Desert]] to the glacier-fed fjords of the Chilean [[Patagonia]], passing by the winelands backdropped by the [[Andes]] of the [[Chilean Central Valley|Central Valley]] and the [[old-growth forest]]s of the Lakes District. [[Easter Island]] and [[Juan Fernández Archipelago]], including [[Robinson Crusoe Island]], are also major attractions.


Located in the southwest corner of [[South America]], Chile it describes normally made up of three geographic areas.<ref name=ce2006/> The first one, known as [[continental Chile]], comprises a long and narrow strip of land on the west coast of [[Southern Cone]] that extends between the [[parallel]]s 17°29'57"&nbsp;[[South|S]] and [[Diego Ramírez Islands|56°32'12"&nbsp;S]], mostly from the southeastern shore of the [[Pacific Ocean]] to the [[Andes]] throughout 4270&nbsp;km <ref> {{cite book |title = Chile: A Country Study |accessdate = April 23, 2011 |language = English |year=1994 |publisher=Hudson, Rex A. | publisher=GPO for [[Library of Congress|The Library of Congress]] |location=Washington DC |Isbn = |chapter=Geography |url=http://countrystudies.us/chile/36.htm |pages =}}</ref> The second, called [[insular Chile]], corresponds to a set of islands volcanic origin in the [[South Pacific Ocean]]: the [[Juan Fernández archipelago]] and [[Desventuradas Islands]], belonging to South America, the [[Isla Salas y Gómez|Salas y Gómez Island]] and [[Easter Island]] Geographically located in the [[Oceania|Polynesia]]. The third, called [[Chilean Antarctic Territory]], <ref name=d1747> {{cite web |url=http://www.leychile.cl/Navegar?idNorma=1017683&idVersion=1955-06-21 |title=Decree 1747, 1955 of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs |accessdate = March 20, 2011 |format = HTML |author=[[Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Chile|Ministry of Foreign Affairs]] |date = June 21, 1955}}</ref> is an area of ​​the [[Antarctic|Antarctica]]<ref name=dpd/> de 1&nbsp;250&nbsp;257,6&nbsp;km² between [[meridian]]s 53°&nbsp;[[West|W]] and 90°&nbsp;W on which Chile claims [[sovereignty]], extending its southern boundary to the [[South Pole]]. Because of its presence in America, Oceania and Antarctica, Chile describes itself as a country [[tricontinentality of Chile|tricontinental]].<ref name=ce2006/><ref> {{cite web |url =http://www.gobiernodechile.cl/canal_regionalgeo_nacional_det.asp?id_geo=1 |title = National Geography: Location, size and extension (in Spanish)|accessdate = November 29, 2007 |format = ASP |author = [[President of Chile|Presidency of the Republic]], [[Ministry General Secretariat of Government of Chile |Ministry General Secretariat of Government]] (MSGG) |date = 2007 |publisher =www.gobiernodechile.cl}}</ref><ref>{{web cite |url=http://archive.wikiwix.com/cache/?url=http://www.icarito.cl/medio/articulo/0,0,38035857_152308993_152512596_1,00.html&title=Chile%3A%20un%20pa%C3%ADs%20tricontinental | Title = Chile: A tri-continental country (in Spanish)|accessdate = March 29, 2008 |format = HTML |author = Icarito |date = s/f | publisher =www.icarito.cl}}</ref>
Many of the most visited attractions in Chile are protected areas. The extensive [[Protected areas of Chile|Chilean protected areas]] system includes 32 national parks, 48 natural reserves and 15 natural monuments.<ref name="INE"/>


The [[latitude|latitudinal]] width of the country, which spans over 39 [[Degree (angle)|degrees]], which reach more than 72 if include the Chilean Anthartic Territory-, its relief and influence of the Pacific Ocean are the main factors behind the [[Climate of Chile|climatic variety]] and landscape of Chile,<ref name=ce2006>{{cite web |url=http://www.ine.cl/canales/publicaciones/compendio_estadistico/pdf/2006/compendio2006.pdf |title=Statistical Compendium 2006 (in Spanish) |accessdate = November 29, 2007 |format = PDF |author = [[National Statistics Institute (Chile)]] (INE) |date=October 2006 |publisher=www.ine.cl}}</ref> which determines the development of the formation of different [[ecosystem]]s in the country.
Since 2005 local people groups have been working on a project, Sendero de Chile,<ref>http://www.senderodechile.cl/portal/</ref> to create an 8,000&nbsp;km trail throughout Zona Sur for bicycling and hiking. This trail demonstrates a shift from traditional tourism to [[ecotourism]], and when complete will travel through various provinces and regions, primarily south of Zona Central.

The main Chilean [[tourist attraction|attractions]] correspond to its [[coast]] of 6435&nbsp;km long,<ref name=coast> {{cite web |url==https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/fields/2060.html#ci |title = Coastline |accessdate = April 30, 2011 |format = HTML |author = Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) |date = 2011 |publisher = www .cia.gov |language = English}}</ref> the Andes, with its [[Ski resorts of Chile |ski resorts]], its [[List of mountains in Chile|mountains]] and [[List of volcanoes in Chile|volcanoes]] - [[List of islands of Chile|islands and archipelagos]] -Easter Island is one of the Chilean main attractions, and [[Protected areas of Chile|landscapes venues]] -integrated by 14 [[Natural Monuments of Chile|natural monuments]], 36 [[List of national parks of Chile|National Parks]], 10 biosphere biosphere, 52 [[National Reserves of Chile|natural reserves]], 39 [[National Monuments of Chile#Sanctuaries of Nature|sanctuaries of Nature]] and 12 [[Ramsar sites in Chile|Ramsar sites]]-, mainly of the extreme parts of the country <ref> {{web cite |url = http://www.lonelyplanet.com/chile |title = Destinations - South America - Chile: Overview |accessdate = June 16, 2012 |author = [[Lonely Planet]] |date = April 2, 2012 |publisher = www.lonelyplanet.com |language = English}}</ref>.

Among the ''[[souvenir]]s'' of Chile, include the [[Wine from Chile|wines]], work on copper and wood, textiles and crafts in general. <ref>{{book cite |title=Almanaque Mundial 1988 (in Spanish) |accessdate = June 24, 2012 |year = 1987 |publisher = Iglesias, Rafael | publisher = Editorial América S.A. |location = Panama |chapter = Chile - If you plan to visit Chile - Best Buys |pages = 252}} </ ref>


== Norte Grande ==
== Norte Grande ==

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Promotional videos on tourism in Chile and Easter Island of Sernatur.

Since the mid-1990s, the tourism in Chile has become one of the main economic resources of the country, especially in its most extreme areas. In 2005 this sector grew by 13.6 %, generating more than & nbsp;  1 500 millons US dollars, equivalent to 1.33 % of national GDP.

According to the World Tourism Organization (WTO), Chile was the eighth destination for foreign tourists within America in 2010,Cite error: A <ref> tag is missing the closing </ref> (see the help page). That year entered the country 2 766 000 tourists generated revenue of USD 1 636 million[1] The majority of these visitors came from American countries, mainly Argentina; however, the biggest growth in recent years has corresponded to visitors of Europe, especially Germany[2] During the first quarter of 2011, came more than 1 043 000 tourists, which represented an increase of 9,2 % over the same period last year, [3] which became a total of 3 069 792 until the end of the year.Cite error: The <ref> tag has too many names (see the help page). The first one, known as continental Chile, comprises a long and narrow strip of land on the west coast of Southern Cone that extends between the parallels 17°29'57" S and 56°32'12" S, mostly from the southeastern shore of the Pacific Ocean to the Andes throughout 4270 km [4] The second, called insular Chile, corresponds to a set of islands volcanic origin in the South Pacific Ocean: the Juan Fernández archipelago and Desventuradas Islands, belonging to South America, the Salas y Gómez Island and Easter Island Geographically located in the Polynesia. The third, called Chilean Antarctic Territory, [5] is an area of ​​the Antarctica[6] de 1 250 257,6 km² between meridians 53° W and 90° W on which Chile claims sovereignty, extending its southern boundary to the South Pole. Because of its presence in America, Oceania and Antarctica, Chile describes itself as a country tricontinental.[7][8][9]

The latitudinal width of the country, which spans over 39 degrees, which reach more than 72 if include the Chilean Anthartic Territory-, its relief and influence of the Pacific Ocean are the main factors behind the climatic variety and landscape of Chile,[7] which determines the development of the formation of different ecosystems in the country.

The main Chilean attractions correspond to its coast of 6435 km long,[10] the Andes, with its ski resorts, its mountains and volcanoes - islands and archipelagos -Easter Island is one of the Chilean main attractions, and landscapes venues -integrated by 14 natural monuments, 36 National Parks, 10 biosphere biosphere, 52 natural reserves, 39 sanctuaries of Nature and 12 Ramsar sites-, mainly of the extreme parts of the country [11].

Among the souvenirs of Chile, include the wines, work on copper and wood, textiles and crafts in general. Cite error: A <ref> tag is missing the closing </ref> (see the help page).]] The altiplano of Norte Grande has a wide variety of natural scenery including salt flats, volcanoes, lakes and geysers. San Pedro de Atacama and surrounding area offer one of most spectacular combinations of archeology and awe-inspiring natural sights. San Pedro was the cradle of the Atacameño Culture. Villages with interesting cultural past are Caspana, Toconao, Socaire and Chiu Chiu. Notable are also the pre-Hispanic fortresses of Quitor, Lasana and Turi. Two popular destinations in this area are Valley of the Moon, so-named because its landscape resembles the moon, and El Tatio Geysers. Antofagasta is the largest city in Norte Grande. La Portada, a stunning natural arch, is located a short drive from Antofagasta.

Pan de Azúcar National Park is a park where sea and desert meet.

Norte Chico

See also: Norte Chico, Chile
Elqui Valley

The Andes of Norte Chico are home to many of the highest volcanoes in the world, the highlight being Ojos del Salado. Apart from Ojos del Salado and the rest of the volcanoes, attractions in this portion of the Andes include Nevado Tres Cruces National Park and Laguna Verde.

Norte Chico boasts some of the best beaches and exclusive coastal resorts in the country, such as Bahía Inglesa and those of La Serena.

The clear skies of Norte Chico and its world-renowned infrastructure have made it ideal for astronomical tourism[citation needed].

Elqui Valley is a very popular destination. Here, the dazzling green of the valley floor contrasts nicely with the barren brown slopes of the mountains that flank it.

Zona Central

See also: Zona Central, Chile
Viña del Mar

This area is home to the main ski resorts in Chile, which attract a significant number of tourists from the northern hemisphere because the reversed alpine skiing season. They are Chapa Verde, Portillo, Valle Nevado and Termas de Chillán. Furthermore, Wine tourism is common in Zona Central, and the Wine Routes of the Casablanca, Cachapoal and Colchagua valleys are some of the finest in Chile.

Apart from the national capital itself and its many attractions, the metropolitan region surrounding Santiago includes several attractions such as the Cajón del Maipo, Pomaire, and some of the oldest vineyards in the country, as well as various archaeological sites.[12]

West of Santiago, Valparaíso is a wonderful, amphitheater-shaped city, whose historic quarter has been recognized as a World Heritage Site. Its neighboring city, Viña del Mar, attracts a large number of foreign tourists, particularly from Argentina.

The O'Higgins Region, south of Santiago, is known as "Huaso country" for its rural criollo culture.[13] Pichilemu, in the O'Higgins Region, is reputed to have the best beaches for Surfing in Chile, if not the world.[14] Other tourist sites in the O'Higgins region include the historically significant city of Rancagua, Sewell and the Rio de los Cipreses nature reserve.

Further south in the Maule and Bio Bio regions are the Radal Siete Tazas National Reserve and Laguna del Laja National Park.

Zona Sur

See also: Zona Sur
Volcano and Lake Villarrica in Pucón

Araucanía Region is the heartland of the Mapuche people. This area exhibits an incipient development of Indigenous tourism, in different sectors. in the coastal area of Araucania Ethnological tourism is developed on the banks Mapuche Budi Lake.

The Andean sector of Araucania, highlight the great national parks, such as Conguillio National Park the forest of araucarias, Villarrica National Park, huerquehue National Park, Tolhuaca National Park besides the national reserves as Alto Biobio National Reserve, Malalcahuello National Reserve, Nalcas National Reserve, Malleco National Reserve, China Muerta National Reserve.

The capital of Araucania is Temuco, city of different service, hotels, tourist circuits, airport, markets, and the symbolic and historic sectors, the Cerro Ñielol Natural Monument is an icon of this city, and the most important tourist point.

The Lake District is characterized by piedmont lakes crowned by snowcapped volcanoes, whose lower flanks are covered with lush forests of native trees. Lovely towns and villages dot the lakesides, chiefly Pucón, Villarrica, Frutillar and Puerto Varas. Puerto Montt is the tourist hub of the region.

Valdivia

The most visited national parks include Puyehue National Park and Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park, the latter is Chile's oldest national park.

Valdivia is one of Chile's most beautiful cities, recognition received mainly because of its lush natural surrounding. South from the city lies the colonial Valdivian Fort System.

The almost perfect cone of Osorno Volcano is an iconic landmark in the region. Alike Villarrica Volcano, which is one of the few volcanoes in the world that have an active Lava lake.

As an added bonus, this zone includes the granite domes of the Cochamó Valley.

Zona Austral

See also: Zona Austral
Baker River

Zona Austral is a premier destination for Ecotourism and Adventure travel. It features countless islands and islets, a maze of steep-sided fjords and channels, large glaciers and icefields and exuberant unspoilt temperate rainforests. Turbulent rivers descend from the Andes, chief of those being the Futaleufú River, which is widely considered one of the world's most challenging rivers for whitewater kayaking and rafting. Other opportunities for outdoor recreation, include hiking, cycling, sea kayaking and flyfishing.

Chiloé is characterized by having a rolling green countryside, but is better known for its peculiar wooden architecture and for its culture, which is full of myths and traditions. Also is remarkable its temperate rainforests.

Torres del Paine National Park

The scenic Carretera Austral crosses or is nearby to many of the most popular destinations in this portion of Chile. Those include Pumalín Park, Yelcho Lake, Queulat National Park, Cerro Castillo National Reserve, General Carrera Lake and Caleta Tortel.

Laguna San Rafael National Park is the only park where visitors can contemplate at the same time the huge glaciers of Patagonia and the rich diversity of plants of the Valdivian Ecoregion.

Pío XI Glacier, one of the few advancing glaciers in the world, is a must-see in the Chilean Inside Passage.

Torres del Paine National Park is the main attraction in Zona Austral and one of the most beautiful national parks in the world.

The sprawling glaciers of the Cordillera Darwin, which is contained within Alberto de Agostini National Park, are reachable only by boat. Other typical destinations are Puerto Williams and Cape Horn.

Easter Island

See also: Easter Island

Easter Island is world-renowned for its cultural, unique and natural heritage. It is named Easter Island because it was discovered on Easter Sunday in 1722. It also has mysterious statues which have been shrouded in mystery since their discovery.

Juan Fernández Islands

See also: Juan Fernández Islands
Juan Fernández Islands

Juan Fernández Archipelago is also well known for its jungles and endemic flora. The Juan Fen´nadez islands are also known for being inhabited by Alexander Selkirk, the man who inspired the Robinson Crusoe novel. In 1966 the Chilean government renamed Isla Más Afuera to Alejandro Selkirk and Isla Más a Tierra to Robinson Crusoe, in order to promote tourism. Incidentally, Selkirk never set foot on Más Afuera, only on Más a Tierra.

Ethical Traveler Destination

Chile has been included in the 2010, 2011 and 2012 lists of "The Developing World's 10 Best Ethical Destinations." This is an annual ranking produced by Ethical Traveler magazine, which is based on a study of developing nations from around the world to identify the best tourism destinations among them. The benchmarking uses categories such as environmental protection, social welfare, and human rights.[15][16][17]

See also

References

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