From the top of Cerro Santa Lucia (Santa Lucia Hill), the snow-covered mountains of the Andes can be seen in the distance. This hill is over 226 feet high, providing fantastic views of the entire city. Once part of an active volcano, this hill was converted to a park in 1872. Lore states that this hill is the exact spot that Pedro de Valdivia founded the city of Santiago. Today’s guests can climb the stairs to each terrace, which includes a place to sightsee and rest. While there is an elevator to get you to the top, the final climb must be done by steep stairs.

Santiago, Region Metropolitana, Chile

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