Chile Travel Guide

Chile is a relatively wealthy country in Latin America. It has very rich mineral, forest, and aquatic resources. Its copper reserves rank first in the world. It is also the only country in the world that produces saltpeter. The Chilean government has implemented a comprehensive opening-up policy to the outside world and encouraged foreign investment, which has greatly improved the country's production capacity and international competitiveness, making Chile one of the most economically developed countries in South America. Anyone with little knowledge of geography knows that Chile is the longest and narrow country in the world. Its territory is 4332 kilometers long from north to south and 90 kilometers to 401 kilometers wide from east to west. It looks like the "skirt" of South America on the map. Chile's famous tourist destinations include Santiago, the capital, and the mysterious Easter Island.

The best tourist season for

is November to March of the following year. Chile's climate can be divided into three distinct sections: north, center and south. The northern section is mainly desert climate, the middle section has a subtropical Mediterranean climate with rainy winter and dry summer, and the southern section has a rainy temperate broad-leaved forest climate.

Time difference: UTC-4 time is used in Chile, and daylight saving time is used in summer, UTC-3 time is used in summer; Easter Island uses UTC-6 time, and daylight saving time is used in summer, UTC-5 time is used. The time difference between Beijing and Beijing is 12 hours, while the time difference between daylight saving time is 13 hours. Daylight saving time is often adjusted.

Visa requirements 1. China citizens holding diplomatic and official passports are exempt from visa requirements when entering Chile. China citizens holding official ordinary passports and ordinary passports need to apply for visas in advance to go to Chile.

2. If you need it, you can apply for an extension 30 days before the expiration of the visa, and you can generally get a 90-day visa extension.

3. Foreigners who come to Chile on temporary residence and labor contract visas should register with the local civil registration office within 30 days of their entry and will be issued an ID card that matches the validity period of their visas.

4. Visa applicants must go in person to the Visa Office of the Chilean Embassy in China for consular interviews.

5. Minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by their parents or guardians when entering Chile, or carry a certified consent form signed by them, otherwise they will be refused entry.

Address of the Chilean Embassy in China: No. 1 East 4th Street, Sanlitun, Beijing City, Zip code: 100600 Email: embachile@echilecn.com Tel: 86-10 - 65321591 Fax: 86-10-65323170 Address of the Chilean Embassy in Shanghai: No. 2501, World Trade City Office Building, 2299 Yan 'an West Road, Shanghai City.

Territorial areas: Shanghai, Zhejiang, Jiangsu, Anhui.

Email: inbox @ chilanconsulatesh.com.

Tel: 86-21-62360770; Fax: 86-21-62361378.

Chile is the only country in the world that is free of grape rhizobium, nor is it harmful to Mediterranean fruit flies and foot and mouth disease. The Chilean government attaches great importance to this advantage and pays great attention to its agricultural health. The Agriculture and Animal Husbandry Inspection Bureau under the Ministry of Agriculture of Chile has inspection and quarantine offices at all international airports and border ports, responsible for the inspection and quarantine of inbound personnel and products. All animal and plant products carried by immigrants, whether fresh or processed, will be confiscated and carriers may face heavy penalties.

A departure airport tax is payable at the time of departure, US$32/person (international flights) and must be paid immediately at the airport. When leaving the country at the airport, you should take the initiative to present relevant documents and fill in the exit form and declaration form.

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Transportation Guide Due to its high level of economic development, Chile's transportation industry is also quite developed, which makes it very convenient to get Chilean tourism. China tourists travel to Chile mainly through air. Chile has 5 airlines and 6 international airports, with links to Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Canada, France, Peru, Spain, the United States, Uruguay and Venezuela. There are 325 airports of large and small sizes across the country. The main international airports are Arturo Merino Benitez Airport in the capital and Chakaluta Airport in the northern city of Arica.

The roaming fee for communication/Internet Global Access is 4.99 yuan/minute, for text messages, 1.99 yuan/piece, and for Internet access, 0.05 yuan/KB. There are three major operators in Chile: Claro, Movistar and ENTEL. It is more cost-effective to use GSM roaming for short-term travel. Claro has discounts on GSM roaming. If the "ENTER" signal appears, dial 1880 first). It is also recommended to use software such as Skype in areas with WIFI coverage to reduce communication charges (all hotels have WiFi coverage).

Using Chilean chips to access the Internet is relatively cheap. Let someone take you to buy a local card. The maximum fee is 1M and one US dollar. If GSM is roaming online, it is recommended to connect to Claro's network, which will provide discounts to GSM customers. Generally, all major shopping malls, hotels, restaurants, universities, airports, etc. have WIFI coverage, and most hotels also have Internet ports. Especially in Santiago, the capital, WIFI coverage is very wide, so it is recommended to use WIFI as much as possible. You can also bring a wireless 3G router to avoid searching for no signal or WIFI requires a password.

The consumption level of website pictures and locations is generally 40%-70% higher than that in China. There are more than 1000 Chinese restaurants in Santiago, but most of the flavors have been Chilean. Chile imposes a sales tax (IVA) of up to 19% on all goods and services. Foreign tourists are exempt from the IVA tax if they pay for room costs in US dollars, but it does not apply to budget hotels. In any case, you should check whether the IVA tax is included in the bill, as tourists who are unclear can easily be taken advantage of.

Currency conversion Chilean peso is the currency in circulation in Chile. For the pesos in circulation now, banknotes were issued in 2009 and coins were issued in 1989. The maximum denomination is a 20000 pesos note and the minimum denomination is a 1 peso coin. Chilean banknotes come in five denominations, including 20000, 10000, 5000, 2000, and 1000. The front of each banknote is printed with the heads of famous historical figures and has watermarks. Among them, 1000, 2000, and 5000 pesos are actually plastic currency. In addition to the five types of banknotes in circulation, there are also coins of 1, 5, 10, 50, 100, and 500 pesos. The coins are all made of copper, nickel and lead alloys.

1 Chilean peso =0.01020 RMB;1 RMB =98.0835 Chilean peso. Foreign currencies can be exchanged at San Diego's international airport, but the exchange rate is lower than in the city. Foreign currencies and traveler's checks can also be exchanged at the casa de cambio (exchange kiosk) for a small handling fee. The exchange office near the San Diego Cathedral in the city center is the most cost-effective. The exchange office is generally open from 09:00 to 18:00 from Monday to Friday, and will be open until 1 p.m. on Saturday. Foreign currencies can also be exchanged at banks or some hotels, but their exchange rates are usually the lowest.

Tipping restaurants and bars usually require a 10% tip, hotel tips are given at will by customers, and taxi drivers do not need to tip additional tips. However, due to the low salary level of Chilean waiters, appropriate tips are still appropriate.

Shopping Guide Chile is the world's third largest copper producer and one of the largest copper exporters in the world. Copper bowls, copper basins, copper pots, copper cups, copper smoking sets... and each vessel is carved with characters, scenery, flowers, plants, animals, etc. The copper handicrafts in the store are new and unique, with exquisite craftsmanship, and are so hard to put down. The doors, windows, tables, etc. of hotels, restaurants and residents 'homes are all trimmed with copper or decorated with copper. When relatives and friends come from afar, they always present them with copper art.

The existence of copper can be felt everywhere in San Diego, and the brilliance of copper can be seen everywhere. Walking through the city, you will see a carefully crafted commemorative bronze statue in front of you every now and then. These copper carvings are of various sizes, in various shapes and lifelike. What is particularly eye-catching is the bronze statue carving of General Vojkins, the pioneer of the Chilean National Liberation Movement, standing on the "Constitution Square" in the city. It is majestic with its sword and horse. Those bronze statues are dizzying. Looking at them carefully, it feels like you are in the world of bronze statues. It is really interesting.

Santiago's wool fabrics and hand-woven fabrics are also good choices. Gorgeous and colorful sapphire and agate are ladies 'favorite souvenirs. In addition, silverware is also a rare exquisite handicraft and daily necessities. Buy some exquisite and generous handicrafts on your way home from travel, which is very suitable whether you put them at home or give them to relatives and friends.

Eating habits Chile is rich in seafood, especially lobsters and oysters (May-August). Local meals mainly include: Eel soup (Caldillo de Congrio), shellfish (ChuPe de mariscos), chicken vegetable soup (Cazuela de ave), rolled patties-containing meat, onions, eggs, olives and chef's favorite ingredients (Empanadas), spicy corn rice dumplings (Hamitas), steak rice (Bife Lomo), hot dogs flavored with tomatoes and onions (Vienesas), steamed steak noodles (Talarines con Lomito).

The restaurant will provide a low-priced lunch service that costs about $5. The entire lunch starts with a simple salad with oil and lemon juice, followed by a hot bowl of cazuela or a bowl of hot broth, chicken or seafood, or by replacing the broth with something else, such as a flour cake stuffed with meat, onions, a boiled egg and some olives.

In summer, don't miss humitas. The method is to grind tender corn, add peppers, tomatoes, sugar, lard, etc., mix it together, wrap it in big corn buds and cook it, let it cool, and then cook it on the fire. Used for roasting cooked food. In Chile, seafood dishes are particularly popular. If you can, try big crabs and prawns. Chile is also very famous for its avocado beef sandwiches, as well as mung bean beef sandwiches and hot dogs with tomatoes, avocado and mayonnaise.

As the world's fifth largest wine producer, Chile naturally wants to taste authentic grapes and wines when it comes to Santiago. Drinking wine alone is delicious, but it lacks a taste of elegance. Coupled with traditional South American barbecues that incorporate European flavors, fresh seafood, and picking fresh vegetables, that is the best time of the day. Chilean cuisine mixes Chile's local traditional South American cuisine with various European-style foods introduced during the colonial period. The ingenious fusion has created today's unique cuisine in Santiago.

Entertainment activities Cow fencing is a folk sports activity in Chile and is widely popular among farmers and herdsmen across the country. Cow fencing began during the colonial period. Due to the country's developed animal husbandry, the pastures at that time had no boundaries, and cattle ran everywhere. Herdsmen had to mark the cattle and distribute the cattle to different owners, which gave rise to cattle fencing. During the bull race, the riders work together in pairs to enclose the bull in the designated area with suitable speed and superb skills, and determine the ranking based on the score.

As a national cultural tradition, cattle fencing is one of the indispensable preserved performances in Chile's holidays. Every year from September to March, qualifiers are held nationwide, and the final is held in the central Chilean city of Rancagua in early April. During the national cattle championships, the city of Rancagua became a centre for the promotion of national culture. Outside the stadium, stalls selling ethnic costumes and herdsmen's supplies can be seen everywhere.

Outdoor sports: In the Cajón del Maipo Canyon, you can also practice rafting and kayaking in the ever-changing mountain scenery. 112 kilometers from Temuco City are the Baths of Pukong and Vallarika lakes. On both sides of the lake with the same name gather tourists attracted by its charming beaches, comfortable hotels, recreational clubs, lively nightlife and the richest short tours around the city. Visit the national park, rafting on the Trangula River or skiing in the winter center of the Vallarika Volcano. It is a paradise for people who love sports, adventure, nature and fishing.

tips * Chile summer from November to February): 11 hours later than China, winter from May to September): 12 hours later than China; * Due to its proximity to the Antarctic, the ozone hole over the Antarctic has expanded to affect central and southern Chile. In recent years, the incidence of skin cancer in Chile has continued to increase. When traveling to Chile, you must prepare more high-index sunscreens. It is best to wear long-sleeved clothes and trousers during outdoor activities in summer, and apply appropriate sunscreen to protect against ultraviolet radiation. Chile has also set up ultraviolet intensity indication systems similar to traffic lights in some tourist attractions, so that tourists can keep track of ultraviolet intensity at any time. Some shops also sell photosensitive bracelets, which can change color according to the intensity of ultraviolet light to remind the wearer to pay attention to sun protection; * Chileans attach great importance to greeting etiquette when meeting. When they meet foreign guests for the first time, they often have to shake hands. Chileans are the most commonly used names are Mr. and Mrs. or Mrs., and unmarried young men and women are called Young Master and Miss respectively. In formal occasions, administrative positions or academic titles should be added before calling. In public places, young people always give up convenience to the elderly, women and children. Chileans 'taboos are almost the same as those in the West. Chileans also think the number "five" is unlucky; * Most of Chile are Catholic, and the rest are Protestant; * Chile has many volcanoes and frequent earthquakes. The overall social security situation is good and it is currently one of the safest and stable countries among Latin American countries. Incidents such as attacks on foreign tourists rarely occur. In case of theft or attack, you can ask for help from nearby armed police or call the 133 police number, and report the case to the armed police station where the incident occurred in time afterwards; * Chile is very strict with the entry quarantine of animals and plants. According to the regulations of Smart Customs, passengers must declare the following items: fresh cow litter, butter, cream and milk chromium; various seeds, dried or dehydrated fruits; insects, test bacteria, bees, honey, animal sperm and veterinary biological products; Small animals, pets and birds; rare wild animal specimens, finished products of their skins or ancillary products; fresh fruits or plants; various meats, jerky and sausages; various flowers;

站图片位置 * Business hours of stores in Chile, currency exchange shops: Monday to Friday: 9:00 to 19:00; Saturday: 9:00 to 15:00; Bank: Monday to Friday: 9:00 to 14:00; Store: Monday to Friday: 10:00 to 20:00; Saturday: 10:00 to 14:00; Shopping center: Monday to Sunday: 10:00-21:00;* If you need to change clothes during travel, the hotel will generally provide laundry services, but the cost must be borne by yourself. Small pieces of clothes can be washed and dried by hand in the room; * After checking in to the hotel, you should immediately ask the service staff for a business card marked with the hotel name, address, and telephone number for emergency use. Please be familiar with the use of various equipment when entering the room. If you don't understand anything, you can consult the accompanying personnel or hotel service personnel. If there is any personal damage to any equipment in the room during the stay, the guest is requested to pay for it.The cost of making calls in the hotel is higher than that of public phones. All local or international long-distance calls will be charged by a computer system, which will be settled together at check-out; * Power outlet:C Voltage: 220V Frequency: 50Hz;

* Chile's tap water should not be drunk directly, and you need to bring your own bottled water; * The carrying of luggage should be as simple as possible, and different airlines and different seats have some restrictions on luggage specifications; * When going out, have smaller banknotes so that you can make public calls or take a taxi when you are in urgent need.