Chile is South America's safest and most thriving country that hosts a large, educated middle class population. Chile is home to over 16 million inhabitants. It is known for its stunning natural scenery, whether it is the mountains of Patagonia or the beach resort areas along the South Pacific Ocean. Since Chile is 2880 miles long, it hosts a wide range of climates including northern deserts, Mediterranean-like climate in the middle, and an oceanic climate of alpine tundra and glaciers in the south. It's wealth of outdoor attractions makes it a great destination for the adventurous student looking for a unique Spanish-speaking destination. Santiago is Latin America's safest major city. Santiago is the capital city of Chile and is home to 40% of Chile's population. Santiago is a modern city with a good public transportation system, shopping malls, a wide variety of restaurants and bars, museums, and universities. Because Santiago is not as large as some of the other cities in Latin America, it makes it very manageable and easy to explore all that it offers. It is also the main business and commerce center of Chile, so it offers a wealth of career-building internship opportunities. |