Valparaíso
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Valparaíso is a major port city in Chile, located 120 km northwest of Santiago. It served as a crucial stopover for ships traveling between the Atlantic and Pacific oceans in the 19th century. The historic quarter was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2003.
Statistics
Area
1,218.00 km²
Population
284,938