Santiago | Chile Beyond Imagination ✨🏙️

Finally had time to explore this incredible city over the weekend! From snowy mountain hikes and sunset cable car rides to authentic food and hidden markets, Santiago alone fulfilled all my dreams of Chile. ❤️ Must-Visit Spots 📍 🏔️ Cajón del Maipo Booked a day tour on TripAdvisor (great value!). Highlights: Hiking to Embalse El Yeso (mirror-like reservoir!) + picnic with mountain views. Visited in mid-June – snow-covered peaks & unreal reflections. Got my "picture of a lifetime"! 📸❄️ 🌳 Parque Bicentenario (Vitacura) A super chill park where locals walk dogs, picnic, and relax. Surrounded by great cafés & restaurants – perfect for a post-meal stroll. ☕🐕 🌇 Cerro San Cristóbal Took the cable car up at 4 PM for sunset. Watched the sky turn gold → pink → fiery red over Santiago. Absolutely breathtaking! 🚠🌄 🛍️ MUT - Mercado Urbano Tobalaba A hidden underground market with handmade crafts, coffee, and food stalls. Great for unique souvenirs & local vibes. 🎨☕ Food Adventures 🍽️🔥 (No bad meals, but warning: Chilean food tends to be salty!) 🇫🇷 Los Canallas (French | Providencia) Solid, affordable, but always packed at night. 🦀 Tasca de Altamar (Seafood | Las Condes) Huge wine list! 🍷 (Sangria was meh, but the buttery king crab = chef’s kiss 👌). 🇵🇪 Panchita (Peruvian | Vitacura) Delicious but salty AF. 🧂 🇵🇪 TacuTacu (Peruvian | Providencia) Chaufa Selvático = MUST-TRY! So good I’d go back twice. 😋 Final Thoughts 💭 Santiago is a perfect mix of adventure, culture, and food – all in one city! Whether you're chasing sunset views or mountain highs, this place delivers. 🌟 #WeekendVibes #ChileTravel #SantiagoDiaries #SunsetChaser #MountainMagic #Wanderlust #FoodieHeaven 🏔️🌆🍷