South America
Chile
Patagonia, the Atacama desert, wine valleys and Easter Island. Say hola, look up at the stars, and enjoy!
- Local time
- 08:42
- Currency
- CLP
- Calling code
- +56
- Capital
- Santiago
- Languages spoken
- Spanish
Respect & manners
- Chileans greet with a kiss on the cheek among friends.
- Tipping: about 10% in restaurants ("propina"), often suggested on the bill.
- Chilean Spanish is fast and full of slang: don't hesitate to ask again.
- Lunch is the main meal; dinner is late.
- Use official taxis or ride apps in Santiago.
- Respect Rapa Nui culture on Easter Island: never touch or climb the moai.
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