History In the sixteenth century, the Bay of Coquimbo barely registered as a bay for the low traffic navigation and administratively it was a Spanish landing of the town of San Bartolomé de La Serena. At that time there was a stable population in its environment so it could not function as a port, a prerequisite for managing a commercial or defense enclave established by the Indian Cedulario in...
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 With 60.3 hectares, the island belongs to The Humboldt Penguin National Reserve, has a sandy soil with gravel and organic matter. La Poza and The Tijeras beach, white sand with conchuela ground, are an incredible scene to tourists for its clear and gentle waters , while only the first is suitable for swimming.This lovely corner of nature forms, together with Chañaral Ssland and Los Choros...
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Mohammed VI Center for the dialogue of civilizations, we are united with the Islamic culture. A symbol of the product vertical urban proposal triangulation of monotheistic faith in Coquimbo. Located on the hill and Parent is a replica of the mosque Kutubuyya of Marrakesch in Morocco. Website: http://www.centromohammed6.cl/
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Located in the area of Peñuelas, Coquimbo, Casino Games Enjoy, becomes one of the largest tourism projects implemented in the municipality of Buenos Aires. Over 800 slot machines, multiple restaurants offering variety of cuisine, and the first five-star hotel in the region, enjoy the attractions that are incorporated in their offer.
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 Imposing cross 93 meters in height located on Cerro El Vigia, at 157.3 meters above sea level. He is considered the highest monument in South America. His elevation allows a 360-degree view of the Bay of Coquimbo. It works a chapel with a gift of Pope John Paul II, a museum with religious objects, photo gallery, and cultural viewpoints plaza with spectacular views. You can get his arms up...
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It is located 9 kms. northeast of the city. It is an observatory open to the public. Specialized guides provide explanatory talks and you can see the stars by telescope. The first dome with twelve-inch telescope was donated by the Cerro Tololo Observatory. It has a cafe and a multimedia room where the program Arqueoastronomía, recreate the cosmic interpretation of Andean music. 
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Sports Center and Recración CENDYR This site, located in the San Joaquin, is an ideal place for recreation. It has a soccer field impacted the Semi Olympic swimming pool, picnic area, gym and a roof motocross circuit and mountain bike.  
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38 km from the crossing of Route 41, (San Carlos area) and 2200 m This observatory is located, recognized worldwide for its telescope four meters in diameter. To visit their facilities is necessary to obtain prior authorization in its headquarters located in the Pine Hill in the city of La Serena. 
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Museum site, located at the Plaza Gabriela Mistral, which exhibits traces of Culture ánimas 900 1200 DC, the remains were found in 1981 during excavations to rebuild the Plaza de Armas. The sample consists of 3 graves show that the ritual burial of this ancient culture. You can also see a visual pictorial displays of prominent regional figures.
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It is a town located near Peralillo, about 8 km inside Vicuña, accessed by the people of El Durazno. The area is very dry and sparse vegetation, which is why people use solar energy to cook their food, using solar cookers and ovens. On site, there are two restaurants solarres, which provides food to tourists as a kid pan, corn cake, casserole and others, also We offer natural juices, kneading...
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On the outskirts of Vicuña, path to Peralillo is located the place where the famous pisco has given fame to the Valle de Elqui. Enjoy a tour of the plant and find out where the best pisco is produced in Chile. During the tour you can taste all the varieties of Capel, buy their products and souvenirs. Open every day from 9:30 to 18:00 hrs.
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As we move forward we discover the "Quebrada La Cantera" with strong stone flagstone, and "La Cueva del Diablo" an old mine on the Peak that there are various legends relating to his "guardian.
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Main route of entry to La Serena, distinguished by its open-air museum that is unique to Chile. The sculptures found there, carved in Carrara marble, are replicas of famous sculptures from the workshops of Canova in Italy. The works were donated to the city under the Government of Don Gabriel González Videla (1948 - 1952) who thus wanted to bring art to everyone equally. The main entrance to...
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A recognition of the many English sailors, Spaniards, Portuguese, French and Dutch raided these shores between 1578 and 1700. From figures such as Francis Drake and his ship the Golden Hind to the buccaneer Bartholomew Sharp in the "Holy Trinity" and the legend of Treasury Guayacan, realize the passage of these sailors in the bay of La Herradura.
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The tradition of this mining community, invites tourists to know the old facilities that are still used by small miners pirquineros and where the wealth is extracted to provide this land. The process of mining is done mlienda in Maraya and Trapiche showing tourists the importance of this activity from antiquity to the present. The Maraya: This craft is used for grinding of minerals. Actuation by...
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Established in 1889 as a chapel of the family Errázuriz Urmeneta is a piece of metal and profiles, mechanical, built in Belgium. Unique in its kind of a neo-Gothic, is one element of an era of the 2nd Industrial Revolution in Europe, where architects were overcome by the engineers. National Monument in 1977.
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Built to the west and the beginning of Avenida Francisco de Aguirre, you can see the "FARO MONUMENTAL DE LA SERENA," which is a landmark of the city, opens the Avenida del Mar. Its attractive facade is purely decorative, installation data during the years of the Plan Serena, can be admired in the night from all sectors of the city. The January 1 (New Year) is the laser show pirotécnito and "Fire...
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A small town with picturesque church, whose main attraction lies in the clothing fabrics in rustic loom, which spin is still handmade and dyed with vegetable and mineral. It is accessible by Route 41, to 29 kilometers inside Vicuña.
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Near Vicuña (approximately 2km) the site is accessed through the village of Old Iron through footpath or motorized. Space dedicated to the veneration of the Virgin of Lourdes, the protector of the city, making it a place of pilgrimage in religious activities and celebrations. Furthermore, it is a natural view overlooking part of Vicuña and the Elqui Valley.
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You can access it by Avenida Francisco de Aguirre, Avda 4 Corners, Peñuelas and Avda Costanera de Coquimbo. busy promenade along the beaches of La Serena, uniting the Faro Monumental, in the south, with its beaches, The Lighthouse, The strong, Mansa, La Barca, 4 Corners, Navy, fishermen Corsair, Hipocampo, Las Gaviotas and Canto del Agua. Is the center of summer activities. Best facilities...
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Located approximately 112 miles southeast of La Serena and 9 miles west of Monte Patria. Work of Engineering, opened in 1968, has a storage capacity of 750 million cubic meters of water. You can access up to the gates and spillway. Is a regular boat, where visitors can browse. Fishing may pejerrey Argentinean trout and activities can be performed as trekking, photography and observation of...
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It is located inside Tongoy, livestock and agricultural cooperative, where you can practice in their agro forests and lakes. Totora owns buildings and mud. It is a cultural and architectural heritage of the Region of Coquimbo. Animal husbandry is their main activity. The ovejja is its greatest asset, producing wool, meat, milk and leather.
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"Dam Puclaro Intendente Renán Fuentealba Moena" Located at Km 50 Route 41, presents an imposing wall 80 meters high and 400 meters long. Its function is to regulate n the waters of the Rio Elqui, with a capacity 200 million m3. At present, the practice dedeportes such as windsurfing and kite surfing one of the major recreational activities that are performed in the reservoir, which has a...
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The first Sunday of the month of May they celebrate the traditional festival of the Virgen de la Piedra, in the town of La Isla This town, located 22 kms. of Combarbalá receives thousands of faithful who, displaying great devotion, they offered to pay to send the image, and to renew their requests to his patron But the shrine is visited not only on the day of the feast. Every day is visited by...
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Its importance lies as urban architectural and social. In 1862 British Railways in line 8, to Ovalle and La Serena, Coquimbo crossed by the main avenue, the railroad was extended by it to the field of Empalme. Almost 40 years later, the state seeks to build the station No 508 Le Cruseat Schnneider.
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In the area called Cerro del Carmen Punta face dominates the entrance to Pelican Bay, this place was installed in 1876 a barrel of 150lb. Armstrong relation of the type which was to strengthen the defense, especially in the Bay of Coquimbo. This site recontruido today, is an ideal place for your landscape, emphasizing family recreation.
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Located on Calle Cisternas esq. Amunátegui. Natural view of excellent vision at La Serena and Coquimbo Bay. This hill has for decades been the center of the university student activity. Furthermore, it is home to the administrative offices of Las Campanas Observatory, tel. (51) 224-680 and Tololo tel. (51) 225-415.
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There are no translations available.  tributaria de 6.253 Km. Cuadrados y su capacidad máxima es de 810 millones de metros cúbicos, siendo su capacidad útil de 750 millones de, metros cúbicos.
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Located 174Kms. southeast of La Serena and 17Kms. Combarbalá northeast of the capital community. It is possible to swim, play sports fishing and camping in nearby areas. Surrounded by people pintoresos: The Island, and La Ligua Cogotí; very interesting sights to visit.
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Towards inside the Rio Grande Valley in the town of Las Ramadas of Tulahuén (mountain sector of the community) are the Baths of Gordito built by natural wells located outdoors to which can be accessed by car through sector of the road and then continue on back of animal or through tours conducted by the inhabitants of this town.
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Japanese Park was designed and built in an area of approximately 26 thousand square meters of land (the largest in South America), highlighting gaps, islands, waterfalls and Japanese symbols, which have used modern techniques and designs. This garden was constructed so that Japanese culture is known and enjoyed by the citizens of Chile, as a sign of union of two peoples who are bound by cultural...
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Striking wooden building, roofed adobe coiron and pyramidal shape that is located on one side of the road about 10 kms west of Vicuña in the area of the Quebrada de San Carlos. Is adjacent to the plant of the same name and she can buy products and learn about the production process of these known Souvenirs.
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There are no translations available. Ubicado al oriente de Monte Grande(a 1.500msnm) a sido considerado por muchas comunidades budistas e hindú como uno de los puntos energéticos de la tierra y por ello en este mismo lugar se han asentado algunas por muchos años. Estas comunidades ofrecen diferentes servicios al público, servicios del tipo terapéuticos. Cochiguaz  sorprende por su...
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You can see a new square, which contains elements of landscaping and street furniture in English style, sculptural works of Berschenko. It has two mirrors of water and a circular fountain facing a stage covered by a surface in the form of scallop shell.
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The petroglyphs are graphic engraved on rocks or stones made by our ancestors. There are several types: abstract, geometric, figurative or representative objects. El Molle culture (V and VI century) and later the People Diaguitas (VIII and XV century). Agriculture and ethnicity pottery. The Diaguitas are renowned for their ceramic art, which is characterized by its thin bill and richly decorated...
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The attraction is its combarbalita stone handicrafts, stone semiblanda similar to marble, with streaks of wide variety of colors, known as semi-precious stone unique worldwide. It has 13,638 inhabitants.
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There are no translations available. Pueblo pintoresco que muestra una agricultura tradicional en pequeños predios y sencillas viviendas construidas con material propios de la zona como: adobe, piedra, carrizo, caña, coirón, paja de trigo, madera de sauce y algarrobo. En sus alrededores es posible seleccionar más de un lugar para la observación astral. cuenta...
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Andacollo is in the area seconds astronomical excellence by the astronomical community worldwide, highlighting the features of the sky and the quality of vision is experienced. Therefore Andacollo presents its visitors COLLOWARA Astronomical Observatory Resort in Churqui The hill, located 3 km from the urban area around 1.300msnm. This has 4 telescopes recent high-definition quality and also in...
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There are no translations available.Ubicado en la ex estación de ferrocarriles de Ovalle, alberga una valiosa colección de piezas, en su mayoría cerámica, de las culturas Diaguitas, Ánimas y Molle.
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Located in Cordovez street. Founded in 1673, its stone facade, with a large cedar door facing an attractive square with four sculptures and central stack. in the courtyard entrance to the Lourdes Grotto will find a stone art sink, according to scholars is the oldest work of La Serena.
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Distinguished by its source and sink, built in stone combarbalita, which was declared "National Stone of Chile in 1993. In the source can be observed mosaic designs of figures and petroglyphs Diaguitas quarry stone, quartz, and lapialázuli combarbalita in different colors.
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Accessed by a road located 1Km. the entry of Andacollo. On the day it is possible to obtain a broad view and mining d elas Basilica dominating the skyline, and at night is the place to excellent conditions for observation astral.
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There are no translations available. Pisco Elqui es un pequeño pueblo de bellas calles angostas y de casas que conservan una arquitectura antigua de principios del siglo XX, las cuales están rodeadas por hermosos jardines. Pisco Elqui esta establecido en un morro y ha sido lugar de gran importancia para la fabricación de pisco, en este se ubica la destilería más antigua de la zona, la cual...
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Up 4 Corners Avenue, past the El Milagro, lies the famous Cerro Grande, about 20 minutes by car from the city center. At the top of the hill you can see the best panoramic views of La Serena, Coquimbo and the Elqui Valley. Cerro Grande is advisable to upload file-wheel drive, bicycle or foot, which is an ideal place for photography, observation of flora and long walks.
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Embark on a magical adventure for them and discover the benefits of the Valle de Elqui, natural juices and fruits in the area, crafts and souvenirs made by the artisans of the area. Located at Calle Gabriela Mistral, opposite Plaza de Armas.
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Inside there are sports fields for soccer, rugby and basketball, as well as playgrounds and trails for hiking. But one of the greatest attractions of this park is a mini zoo with native species of parrot tricahue region of Chile and the condor of South America monkeys Cai. This walk is open to the public Tuesday through Sunday from 9:00 to 18:00 hrs. and entry is free.
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Parroquia San Francisco de Borja de Combarbalá, founded in 1754. Historical monument of the commune and the main attraction in the city center.
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Built in 1971, where the poet was born, is a very interesting piece of stone and glass that symbolically represent the elements of his poetry. It is possible to enjoy their personal items and a replica of his birthplace. The museum has special rooms for animation and projection work in order to learn mistraliana.
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There are no translations available.  Camino a Horcón unicamos a este famoso fundo conocido por su Pisco Tres Erres, se puede visitar sus bodegas que tienen como peculiaridad dibujos de Tole Peralta y algunas reproducciones neoclásicas romanas que adornan las galerías de estas instalaciones. En su nivel más bajo existen "los nichos" que tienen caracteristicas de osario, donde se conservan...
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There are no translations available.  Ubicada a 30 Km. de Vicuña y a 979 metros sobre el nivel del mar. Cuenta con 4.168 habitantes. Capital comunal creada el 22 de diciembre de 1891. Paihuano es un pueblo relajante y tranquilo que se encuentra junto al río claro, cuenta con una seria de servicios turísticos como camping, restaurantes, cabañas, hoteles, almacenes, asistencia médica y...
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Natural view that marks the edge of one of the terraces on which the city is built. It can be seen widely Bay Coquimbo. Declared a Typical Zone in 1981 by its striking architecture and balconies characteristic of La Serena. An attractive and typical tour.
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The "Cruz del Sur" Observatory, located on the hill 'The Peralito', 4 km from the commune Combarbalá, will be opened during the second half of April 2008. At the center of the four observation domes which form the extremes of the Southern Cross, a multipurpose room with a spherical dome for conferences, seminars and film and future, this site will result in a high-tech planetarium with a...
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There are no translations available. En este lugar descansa la poetisa Gabriela Mistral desde 1960. Este lugar destaca por la importancia que tuvo para Gabriela Mistral puesto que vivió sus mejores años en este lugar. En Montegrande podemos encontrar  el museo de Casa Escuela de Gabriela mistral, el Mausoleo de Gabriela Mistral, la casa de la cultura, la Planta Pisquera ¨ Los Artesanos de...
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Located in Los Carreras esq. Cordovez. Neoclassical work of architect D. French John Herbage, built in stone, in the year 1844. Notable are its windows, its altar and chapel of the Blessed both marble.
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The tower was built on the former Mnicipio dating from 1905, by former Mayor Don Adolph Bauer (who takes his name). It is the most traditional symbol of Vicuña, is a replica of which are similar in Germany. As for the Municipal Hall, this was the first that took the city (1826), now become a small museum which displays a gallery with portraits of famous figures of the area, as well as furniture....
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Located in Cienfuegos esq. Cantournet. If there is a place that could be considered the heart of La Serena, is undoubtedly the Recova. One of the municipal markets in the country more attractive to visitors surprised with the variety of services and products in its 143 local offers. On this site you can find everything from crafts in stone, pottery works of the pre-Columbian cultures inspired by...
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Work for irrigation, which has a capacity of 40,000 m ³ and form a lake of emerald green color that highlights the colors of the surrounding hills of reddish at the foot of the Andes. Located 125 km from Vicuña, heading east, passing through Rivadavia, and Chapilca Huanta, then get to the Boards of the complex customs Toro International Route 41 to 3150 m. This wonderful place surrounded by...
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Dedicated to remembering the great teacher and poet Gabriela Mistral. It was remodeled by Canteros School, University of Chile (1972). It has ornaments, sculptures and motifs inspired by the work mistraliana. It is one of the most beautiful squares in the North of our country, being center of the most important undertaken by the local community.
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Ex College Girls Vicuña, where he received as a student Gabriela Mistral at the age of 11 years, in 1900. Throughout the year xposiciones offers art, cultural lectures and forums.
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Located next to the Plaza Videla. National Monument (1981). House of the Virgin during the 2 religious holidays. Roman Byzantine style built and inaugurated on December 25, 1893, after 20 years of work. It measures 70 meters long by 30 wide and 40 in the cruise. With capacity for 10,000 pilgrims. 
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Just minutes from downtown, the airport road to Florida is the City Park Gabriel Coll. It is an ideal place for family walks. It has wide and leafy spaces to picnic, which are equipped with grills. In addition, areas with playgrounds, soccer fields and trails for hiking or cycling.
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Church founded in 1824 in the town of Caren. Built primarily on Douglas-fir and aspen. Its interior preserves precious sacred images brought from Spain.
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Opened in 1909, was built in the same place where he was the former location of La Merced Church (which had two towers and a main door).   In sporadic runs an exhibition of old pictures and wax religious workers in the Valley. Located on Calle Gabriela Mistral, Saint Martin corner.
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Place where you can appreciate the work of the craftsmen for the manufacture of jewelry and many handicrafts that are made in a semi-precious stones and more scarce in the world listed. Furthermore, towards the interior of Monte Patria is one of only two operating mines in this meterial now, so this place gets a unique and singular.
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Located in Monte Patria, this was built for about 250 years ago, in mud and Oregon pine. Inside it retains beautiful images representing Our Lady Of Mount Caramel, St. Joseph and the Child God.
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Located in Cordovez s / n. in the heart of the city. Retains a large carved stone fountain, designed by Samuel Román (Premio Nacional de Arte, 1964) 
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Small plant that produces artisanal pisco and pisco bottles of Caren Chañaral, located in the town of the same name, a product made with Moscatel grapes type of Austria and Italy, from 11 ha. vineyard owned Taborga family, owners of the plant.
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There are no translations available.Capital de la Provincia de Limarí, con una población de 97.514 habitantes, 88Kms. al sureste de La Serena. Creada oficialmente el 21 de Abril de 1831, es llamada la Perla del Limarí, al encontrarse asentada e uno de los valles transversales característicos de la Región de Coquimbo, con un clima propicio para el cultivo de...
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In Urmeneta street. Welcomes visitors and pilgrims who come to Andacollo. Draws attention to his water with a beautiful sculpture, representing the indigenous Collo, a popular belief to which he alludes to find the image of the Virgen del Rosario.  
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There are no translations available. existencia y su ilusión amorosa rota”
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Botanical Garden of 3 hectares. This beautiful park is characterized by having large numbers of species of flora and fauna of the area, as well as introduced, preserving the harmony of the landscape. Highlights the variety of roses and trees and wild flora.
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Located 18 kms. Vicuña eastward through the route No. 41 Gabriela Mistral, is the site where the union of two very different rivers: the clear and the Turbio, named due to the characteristics of its waters. In this sector there is native vegetation, especially to practice photography and wildlife observation.  
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The commune of Monte Patria is defined as a rural municipality has 31,271 inhabitants, shows the agricultural potential of the Valley Limarí. The main economic activity that takes place in the community of Monte Patria is agriculture, mostly influenced by the export of table grapes and grape pisco production in the less developed grade livestock (especially goats) and services (trade and...
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There are no translations available.  Una cuadra antes de llegar a la plaza, a la izquierda, existe un sendero nos lleva al Cementerio del pueblo.
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There are no translations available. El que después en el año 1800 llegó a ser un importante centro minero, en el que trabajaban un gran número de personas. Este mineral debido a su tamaño e importancia, fue vendido después a una compañía inglesa que la explotó durante el siglo XIX. Como único testimonio de su permanencia en el mineral, está la casa de huéspedes que la compañía...
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There are no translations available. A la mañana siguiente despertó en un escampado, molesto por el sol que estaba quemando, y lo extraordinario es que estaba unido a una osamenta de vaca de huesos albos. Tenía sed y mal gusto en la boca, y se acordó que antes de ir a la fiesta tenía unos dulces en el bolsillo y que era ésta la ocasión para servírselos. Al buscarlos se halló con que...
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