Santiago
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Santiago, the capital of Chile, is situated in the Central Valley between the Andes and the Coastal Range. Founded by Pedro de Valdivia in 1541, it was initially named Santiago del Nuevo Extremo and built around Plaza de Armas. Today, it serves as the nation's political, economic, and cultural center, hosting key institutions and businesses.
Statistics
Area
837.89 km²
Population
6,257,516