Santiago Compostela Airport Car Rental

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Those who visit Santiago will be happy to find a large and vibrant capital city. Santiago has become the most urban area in Latin America because of the recent economic growth in Chile. There are a lot of shopping malls and some breath-taking architecture. The transportation infrastructure of Santiago is modern; especially the underground Santiago metro. A lot of multinational corporations have their regional headquarters in Santiago and there is plenty to see and do for those who want to opt for car rental.  

Hills are called Cerros in Spanish. There are a lot of hills that provide picturesque scenery around the city. The Andes Mountains are located close to the border with Argentina. Mount Aconcagua is the highest peak in the western hemisphere, which is located just a short drive away from Andes.

Santa Lucia is another hill that is a tourist attraction in the city. This is the actual sport where the city of Santiago was founded in 1541 and it is a great place to visit with the family.   

The markets of Santiago are filled with the culture and tradition of the city. Markets are a good place to learn more about the people of the city as well as ideal for picking up bargains. Santiago car rental services are ideal for those who want to go shopping as finding souvenirs and gifts is easy in the area.

The two famous markets in Santiago are: La Vega Central and Mercado Central. La Vega Central presents a great picture of the local culture. There are a lot of vegetables, spices, fruits and meat. One can also find good restaurants and try the local foods like Chorillana.  Mercado central is busier and more crowded than La Vega Central. Vegetables and fish are available here in abundance.

Bella Vista is a newly renovated neighbourhood. Bella Vista is the centre for the city’s nightlife. A lot of famous people live in this neighbourhood such as the Chilean poet, Pablo Neruda. A lot of locals and tourists come to Bella Vista at noon in search of tasty food and an enjoyable atmosphere and it is a great place to spend time with the family.   

The presidential palace of Santiago is called La Moneda. As this is a presidential palace, there are a lot of security guards here. A lot of tourists walk around to see the interesting statues around the building. The surrounding area downtown has impressive architecture and beautifully designed buildings. The central plaza in downtown is an excursion point for a lot of locals. Here many old men can be seen playing dominoes and a lot of kids play around the plaza fountains. Santiago car hire makes it possible to see all these places and more, so make the most of your holiday in this beautiful city.