San Pedro de Atacama where past and present embrace in the desert

San Pedro de Atacama, a picturesque corner in the heart of the driest desert in the world, is much more than just a small town. This beautiful oasis is located north of the Salar de Atacama, under the majestic shadow of the Licancabur volcano, part of the imposing Andes Mountain range,

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San Pedro – An Oasis at the Atacama´s Desert

San Pedro de Atacama is considered an oasis within the driest desert in the world: the Atacama Desert in Chile. Its territory is believed to have been inhabited by hunter-gatherers since 9,000 BC and its first settlements around 1,200 BC (L. Nuñez, Vida y cultura en el oasis de San Pedro de Atacama, 1991).

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An Astronomical Sanctuary | The night sky of San Pedro de Atacama

San Pedro de Atacama is famous for having one of the clearest and darkest skies on the planet. Thanks to its isolated location and low light pollution in the region, conditions are ideal for astronomical observation. That is why it has attracted the attention of astronomers and amateurs from all over the world, who come here hoping to be fascinated by the wonders of the universe.

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The magic of Springtime in San Pedro de Atacama | Terrantai

Every year, in the spring and summer months, thousands of tourists from all over the world come to visit the beauties of the Atacama Desert. Terrantai has a very strategic location in the heart of the town and is the ideal place to make your base while visiting the desert.

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Chile: The Unbeatable Winner for Best Adventure and Romantic Tourism Destination in South America at the World Travel Awards**

Chile, the jewel of South America, has managed to conquer the hearts and minds of travelers once again by being awarded as the Best Adventure and Romantic Tourism Destination at…

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