Slap bang in the middle of Chile, Santiago is a modern city with a European feel, and the place where most visitors begin their trip. It's not a particularly attractive city, however. Frequent earthquakes have gradually claimed most of the colonial buildings here. It also lacks the 24-hour party reputation of other Latin capitals, so a couple of days should be sufficient to see all the main attractions before heading out into the countryside.
Despite its flaws, Santiago's European feel, and the proliferation of modern conveniences, such as high-quality hotels and restaurants, make the city a good base for exploring the nearby regions. Day or overnight trips to the wine country to the south, the beaches to the west, and the Andean ski resorts to the east can easily be arranged in the capital.
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