La Sebastiana Museo de Pablo Neruda — Attraction in Valparaíso

From Santiago, the Capital of Chile, the northwestward journey of 120km will end at beautiful Port city Valparaíso in Chile's Coast. The historical place had up and downs. It attracts tourists with it's beautiful beach, port and all other places of tourist interest. It is known for its steep funiculars and colorful, clifftop homes. The residence of Chilean poet Pablo Neruda, the Sabastiana is now a museum with distant Pacific views. 19th century influx of European immigrants has left it's mark on the city’s architecture and cultural institutions, spread around downtown’s Plaza Sotomayor. The museum houses several manuscripts and poems, along with personal objects, paintings, old maps, relics and music boxes. In charge of three museums, the Pablo Neruda Foundation is in charge of the preservation and spreading of the artist’s heritage.

Valparaíso is a major city, seaport, and educational centre in Chile. Greater Valparaíso is the third largest metropolitan area in the country. Valparaíso is one of the South Pacific's most important seaports. Valparaíso has seven universities. Probably the Bay of Valparaíso was first inhabited by the Picunche natives with agriculture background, or the nomadic Chango people, lived on fishing and traveling between present Caldera and Concepcion. In August 18, 1906, a major earthquake struck Valparaíso bringing heavy death and destruction. Huge bush fire of 13th April, 2014, destroyed 2,800 homes. Places to visit in Valparaiso are, Templeman Street on Cerro Alegre for best Street Art and Graffiti, Playa Torpederas, Museo Marítimo Nacional (Naval and Maritime Museum), Viña del Mar(8km from Valparaíso), Parque Cultural de Valparaiso, Plaza Sotom ayor, Pasaje Bavestrello, Ascensor Artilleria, Palacio Baburizza, Ascensor Concepcion, Ascensor El Peral, Paseo Gervasoni, Ascensor Reina Victoria and La...

If you appreciate literature, then visiting Pablo.Neruda's house in Valparaiso, Chile, is a must!

It is here, in La Sebastiana, were the artist used to spend Xmas and specially, New Years eve. His house, that seems hanging at the top of the Bellavista hill, is all about windows from which an extraordinary view of the Pacific ocean, as well as the roof of the houses that conform the city plus the port, piers, etc... was, and still is, the perfect place from which to look at the traditional fire works during the new years celebration.

Having visited all his 3 houses in Chile, the one in "Valpo" may be the one less impressive to the visitor's eye, yet its visit is still worth it, because eventhough it has less rooms to be seen, and less objects of the artist, his energy is present in every corner of the house... and being there is a priviledge that cannot be missed!

TIP: From downtown take bus 612, let the driver know you are going to La Sebastiana museum, and he will drop you off at only few steps of this magical place. Once you finish your visit walk half a block down the hill to a little square, there will be Pablo waiting for you and ready for a picture to be taken. Enjoy your visit to...

I recently visited the Pablo Neruda Museum and had a good time. The museum has a lot of interesting information about Neruda's life and work. The exhibits are well-organized, with personal items, photos, and manuscripts that tell his story.

One of the best parts was the amazing view from the museum. The scenic location offers beautiful sights that add to the overall experience. It's a peaceful place to enjoy and reflect on Neruda's poetry.

However, the ticket price felt a bit too high for what was offered. While the museum is worth visiting, the cost might be too much for some people. Despite this, I recommend it to anyone interested in literature or looking for a lovely spot to visit. Overall, it was an enjoyable and...