In years gone by, San Pedro was one of the most important centres of the Atacameño culture. The fertile land which surrounds it was divided into sectors and worked by the families themselves.
In 1450 it was conquered by the Incas. Then, in 1536 it became a part of Spanish colonial history when Diego de Almagro passed through the town...
This is a prehispanic oasis 2 400 metres above sea level with 286 inhabitants. It is located at the foot of a mountain belonging to the Andes mountain range.
The village dates back to the 17th century and was originally located in Peine Viejo. Important flora in the area include; algarrobos, chañares and fruit trees. You...
Valley of the Moon
The Valley of the Moon is an area of fascinating rock and sand formations. It has been declared a Nature Sanctuary and forms part of the Los Flamencos National Reserve. It lies in the Cordillera de Sal west of San Pedro de Atacama, on the old road to Calama, south of the new highway.
Atacama Salt Flat
The biggest...
San Pedro de Atacama lies 1,670 kms north of Santiago de Chile.
By air:
This is the quickest way to get to Calama and then on to San Pedro (98 kms).
Lan Chile offers 5 flights a day from Santiago on weekdays, and 3 at weekends.
The cheapest return ticket from Santiago to Calama costs about $ 120,000 Chilean pesos (US$ 170)...
Situated 30 km. north of San Pedro de Atacama, this is a fantastic place, althoug very cold and with no possibility of locating firewood.
There are a number of pools which are perfect for bathing, and the water temperature of 33°C might be ideal for those who can't stand extrem heat. The water rises from underground streams and rivers...
This town lies 2,475 meters above sea level and has 546 inhabitants. Thanks to the purity of its water, it is an oasis which allows the cultivation of every kind of fruit. On one side of the square is the church of San Lucas with its separate bell tower, which has been declared a National Monument.
Nowadays, the principal activity of...
Gustavo Le Paige Archeological Museum
Outside is a statue of the founder, Father Gustavo Le Paige S.J. It was he who started a collection of various items of Andean culture, which he later donated to the Universidad del Norte for the construction of the musem. Inside is a display showing the evolution of Andean culture over more than...
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