The Geographical Boundaries of Patagonia
Patagonia is a word that sparks adventure, mystery, and awe. For expats living in Chile, it’s also one of the most fascinating regions to explore. But where exactly does Patagonia begin and end?
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The 5 Geographical Regions of Chile – Part 2 Norte Chico
The Little North (in orange on the map) starts at the Rio Copiapo and extends south to the Rio Aconcagua just north of Santiago. This… Read More »The 5 Geographical Regions of Chile – Part 2 Norte Chico
The 5 Geographical Regions of Chile – Part 1 Norte Grande
The Big North (in red on the map) starts at the northern border of Chile with Peru and extends south to the RIo Copiapo. This… Read More »The 5 Geographical Regions of Chile – Part 1 Norte Grande
The Climates of Chile
Chile has 3 major climate classifications based on the Koppen Classification System. The system is based on patterns of seasonal precipitation and temperature. This divides Chile into 3 zones – the arid north, the central Mediterranean, the southern oceanic climates.