Like Lorenzo Aillapán,who has been named one of Chile's living treasures  the respected performer's hometown of Puerto Saavedra, in Chile's Araucanía region, is another of the country's valuable cultural gemstones.

Several observatories in northern Chile meet the criteria and are key to developing astronomy tourism in the country. The observatories are located in the Antofagasta, Atacama and Coquimbo regions.

Robinson Crusoe Island is named for a famous fictional castaway, but the real inspiration for the character was a privateer – a pirate sanctioned and sponsored by an enemy of the Spanish crown.

Northern Chile's Arica y Parinacota region was once contained within the grand Inca territory, inhabited by indigenous Aymara, Chinchorro, Chango and Quechua tribes.

The race is a runner's fantasy – trekking through an unparalleled wilderness, endorphins rushing, surrounded by scenery so delicious you wonder if you are still on Planet Earth.

Did you know that Chile's Norte Grande region is known for its flavorful multicultural cuisine?

You are invited to meet the Living Treasures of Chile through a series of articles that will be presented here in Chile.Travel. Know more of the chilean culture here.

Chile's Regional Council of Culture, together with Sernatur, has published a calendar of 70 cultural festivals taking place in the Arica y Parinacota Region.

As spring in South America approaches, many families are beginning to plan vacations, and Patagonia is a marvelous destination choice, with its natural maritime splendor and scenic landscapes.

Ñipas is one of several towns along the banks of the Río Itata (Itata River) named after types of foliage, each with a lively culture of folklore and wine traditions.