The city of Santiago sits in a valley surrounded by the snow-capped Andes and the Chilean Coast Range. The grand heart of the city’s old colonial core - Plaza de Armas – is home to two landmarks namely: The 1808 Palacio de la Real Audiencia and The 18th-century Metropolitan Cathedral. The location of Santiago, between the Andes and the Pacific Ocean, generates endless alternative day trips just outside the city itself. The capital of Chile is a destination full of wonders. The diversity shines through in the many neighborhoods and the city’s sophistication is evident. It is a city with modified cultural trends, beautiful and original art galleries, design shops and handicraft markets. Enjoy the taste of a lively Latino night, visit one of the numerous museums or first-class restaurants. To experience the real feel of the city, downtown Santiago is the place to visit. Santiago also accommodates the admirers of the outdoors as they can head to the hills surrounding the city and marvel at the panoramic views of the magnificent city with the Andes as a backdrop. Whilst there one can take the opportunity to visit one of the many parks with a picnic basket. The Mediterranean climate creates mild winters and very warm and dry summers making it easy to enjoy everything the city has to offer year round. The currency that can be used in Santiago is the Chilean Peso. At your convenience you can convert your currency at most Santiago banks or at specialized stores called Foreign Exchange Bureaus. Santiago being one of the world’s most spectacularly located cities, it definitely should be your next travel destination.