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Beaches along the coast of Chile

The European summer sunny days have begun its countdown. Autumn slowly begins to peek over the horizon and who have not enjoyed their holidays still have a chance to enjoy relaxing days in the rays of the sun. Your destination are the maybe unknown beaches of Chile, some of which are well recognized in Chile it self. This South American country has almost 5,000 kilometers of coastline.
 

The most outstanding beaches are those in Viña del Mar, a coastal city located about 100 kilometers from Santiago de Chile, capital of this nation. This city offers visitors a wide range of good beaches lapped by the waters of the Pacific, such as Caleta Abarca, the Mariners, Reñaca or Salinas. Needless to say, existing resorts in Vina del Mar, famous for its festival of the song-they have nothing to envy to those built in tourist areas from the European point of view.
 

The choice of beaches does not end here. The cities of La Serena and Coquimbo have come hard on tourist routes in the country, where he also offers adventure travel and camping on the shores of some cities separated by about 500 kilometers from the capital. Coquimbo, also has important thermal centers, something very popular for those looking to improve their health. La Herradura, Tongoy and Guanaqueros are the most famous resorts in the area.
 

If you are looking for a more quiet and water sports, their destiny is English Bay, about 1000 km north of the capital, which highlights its spa and its bright white sand beaches and crystalline waters. Other northern beaches are found in Arica and Iquique, whose waters are quite warm, combine relaxation with the movement of the casinos and entertainment centers where they come to visit from other Southern American countries. 


 

2011-12-09 11:27:05