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Region of Chile
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Araucanía is in Southern Chile. It is characterized by fertile valleys and many lakes that are popular travel destinations. The Andean slopes merge here from the dry central Andes into the humid southern Andes. Araucanía is known for its adventure sports and natural beauty.
La Araucanía International Airport (ZCO) near Temuco is the principal airport.
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the capital and main city
a good base for exploring the beautiful national parks and reserves nearby
on the eastern shore of Villarrica Lake in the southeast of the region; popular for hiking to the nearby Villarrica volcano and Huerquehue National Park
on the western shore of Villarrica Lake, like Pucón but a much more laid-back and relaxing option to stay in the region
Articles and travel topics about Araucanía and Chile.
Nature & adventureVolcanoes come in many shapes and sizes, and their eruptions vary hugely in both frequency and intensity. Many volcanoes are tourist attractions and are worth a visit provided you take due care, in particular keeping a…
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Nature & adventureUNESCO Global Geoparks are single, unified geographical areas where sites and landscapes of international geological significance are managed with a holistic concept of protection, education and sustainable development.
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Nature & adventureChile is one of the most ecologically diverse countries in the world – no other country is as elongated but narrow as Chile.
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Travel tipsBecause only Santiago has a good public transport network, and there is only very little of the passenger rail network, driving is a must if you want to see the beauty of Chile.
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