Valparaiso

Valpo, as the inhabitants fondly refer to it, is a place of particulars. Every nook and cranny has something unique and distinct to offer, such as a clothing flea market, a huge mural, a purple mansion, a rustic restaurant with unimpeded ocean views, and a coffee shop that only serves black coffee and won't sell Nescafe (instant coffee is ubiquitous in Chile).

A city must be walked in this one. Take the ascensor that can be reached from Esmeralda Street, then explore Cerro Concepcion, where Café Concepcion on Papudo is located. The restaurant, as well as the hill in general, have a magnificent view over the bay. Get delicious Mil Hojas ice cream at Vitamin on Avenida Pedro Montt #1746, close to the main square.

Many thousands of people go from all over the world to Valparaiso to take in the city's maze of cobblestone streets and vibrant architecture. The port of Valparaso is still a significant hub for distribution of fruit, copper, and container traffic. During the summer in South America, cruise ships pay Valparaso an increasing amount of attention. The most notable change is that Valparaso has evolved into a significant educational hub with four sizable traditional universities and numerous sizable vocational colleges. The town is renowned for its bohemian culture, which includes annual festivals, street performers, and musicians.

Location: Valparaíso