San Pedro de Atacama is a little town located
in the second region of Chile. It is considered the archeological capital of
this country, and the center of the India culture of Atacama.
The Atacama is a privileged geographical
environment surrounding amazing landscapes. Its main characteristics are a
spectacular beauty with a deep blue sky that brightens all time.
It is not just a desolate, arid, wilderness
place; in fact, this desert is overflowing with life.
In the Atacama you can explore its particular
landscapes, vast salt flats, active geysers and intense blue lagoons, which are
extraordinary features of this area.
Lauca National Park
The main attraction is the Chungura Lake, one
of the highest in the world. It is located at the foot of the Payachata twin
volcanoes. There, you can visit its locations of archeological and historical
interest.
Later, you can also know the Village of Chucuyo
and the settlements of Chungará, Ajata, and Cruzane to travel to the
pre-Columbian past of the Aymara people.
And if you are an adventurer you must camp at
the foot of the volcanoes or go fishing in the Park’s river. Both places have
amazing views, unforgettable
Humberstone and Santa
Laura Saltpeter Offices
If you want to know about history and economy,
you must visit the saltpeter mine. It was the world's most important in the 20th
century.
Knowing about the process of transformation of
the saltpeter mine and its industrial settlements into a community is
interesting. This community had its own
language and traditions. There, the amazing ghost towns charm tourists.
This place is part of the most glamorous
periods of history.
Moon and Mars Valley
Peculiar rocky formations, dunes, and salt
mountains are an attraction that you cannot miss. At night, the Moon Valley and
the Mars valley become the most romantic spot for stargazing.
It is close to San Pedro de Atacama. There are
many activities to do in this place. You can bike, trek or sandboarding.
El Tatio Geyser
You must go to El Tatio just a few minutes
before the dawn, and you can see geysers. Its fumaroles create white steam
columns, and the best moment to see them is between 6 and 7 in the morning.
In the Atacama its ancient culture offers a welcome
to the travelers. The amazing landscapes are the beginning of an unforgettable
tourism adventure.