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Museo Histórico Nacional de Chile

The national museum showcases both the history and prehistory of today's Chile. There are several temporary themed exhibitions.

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Correo Central
Museo Postal y Telegráfico
The central post building has a museum of old stamps, letters and mailboxes and even a small replica of the first central post office.
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Plaza De Armas
The capital's main plaza, also the site of the national cathedral and main post office. It's few blocks from the traditional Central Market and has its own Metro Station. During the last years, Plaza de Armas has been used as a meeting and recreation place for the community of Peruvian immigrants. This has led to lots of cheap international calling centers, traditional Peruvian restaurants and Peruvian spice and food stores, being an interesting place to walk during day hours.
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Metropolitan Cathedral
Catedral Metropolitana
One of the city's major landmarks, next to Plaza de Armas.
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Casa Colorada
This colonial building functioned as the seat of the first Chilean leader after independence. It was closed for 14 years due to earthquake damage but has opened once again in 2024. It holds a museum of Santiago's history.
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