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The capital's main plaza, also the site of the national cathedral and main post office. It's few blocks from the traditional Central Market and has its own Metro Station. During the last years, Plaza de Armas has been used as a meeting and recreation place for the community of Peruvian immigrants. This has led to lots of cheap international calling centers, traditional Peruvian restaurants and Peruvian spice and food stores, being an interesting place to walk during day hours.
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The national museum showcases both the history and prehistory of today's Chile. There are several temporary themed exhibitions.
Museo Postal y Telegráfico
The central post building has a museum of old stamps, letters and mailboxes and even a small replica of the first central post office.
Catedral Metropolitana
One of the city's major landmarks, next to Plaza de Armas.
This colonial building functioned as the seat of the first Chilean leader after independence. It was closed for 14 years due to earthquake damage but has opened once again in 2024. It holds a museum of Santiago's history.
The city's second oldest church features beautiful colonial religious artwork, including Cristo de Mayo, a statue of Jesus. The thorn crown fell off during an earthquake and legend has that if someone tries to put the thorn crown back on Christ's head, a new earthquake will strike.
Historical performance venue, including international dance and opera, worth a visit even if just from its outside.