Santiago
Santiago 4×4 Campervan Hire & Motorhome Rental
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Santiago is perfectly positioned in a bowl-shaped basin in the heartland of Chile. After arriving at the the impressive Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport, take a short ride to our Santiago 4×4 campervan hire, RV & motorhome rental depot to begin the holiday of a lifetime. But wait! Please don’t leave so soon, because Santiago has its own charms to explore.
Almost 3,000 Years of History Slumber On in Santiago
Groups of hunter-gatherers attracted to the bowl-shaped basin three thousand years ago. We can assume they appreciated the cool, semi-arid climate owing to being between the Andes Mountains and the Pacific Ocean. All was peaceful until the arrival of the Inca Empire in the 15th Century and the establishment of a fortress.
The Inca’s initially welcome a proposal by Spanish conquistadors to build a settlement in the area. And so the city of Santiago del Nuevo Extremo founded in 1541. However their indigenous hosts destroyed it while the invaders were away on a military expedition. Vengeance was swift, and the European presence assured.
A Modern Mighty City Rising Majestically Over the Past
By the arrival of the 20th Century Santiago was a bustling city with many fine parks, memorials and buildings in the grand colonial style. The nation transitioned to democracy in 1990, and since then this capital has become a major economic hub. With main shopping streets becoming pedestrian walkways reached by rapid transport from surrounding areas.
Few others visitors have the convenience of our 4WD campervan and motorhome rental customers. Most of the others have to find their way through an unfamiliar city to their hotel where they may not always find everything to their liking. Our customers, on the other hand find peaceful places to stop over in comfortable camping resorts. Then they can decide what to do next without the hassle, and expense of hotels.
So Much to See and Do, and Then There’s the Countryside
Santiago is the perfect place from which to explore the heartland of Chile. The historic port city of Valparaíso is one-and-a-half hours away with colourful bars and restaurants waiting to greet you. Half that distance the artisanal pottery workers of Pomaire will delight you with their clay pigs that promise money, love, and good health. And of course these fine pots too.
Our story would be incomplete without mentioning the Central Valley is renowned as a wine region. And that numerous vineyards offer high-quality tours and tastings. There is much more we could tell you about the Cajón del Maipo gorge with hot springs and camping places. Remember to ask the friendly folk at our Santiago 4×4 campervan hire and recreational vehicle rental depot for their personal recommendations.