Saint Peter and Saint Paul

📣 Traveler notes

Chile is a long, narrow country in South America located between the Pacific Ocean and the Andes Mountains.

• The holiday period often incorporates both religious and civil commemorations.
• The peak tourist season generally runs from December through early March due to the Southern Hemisphere location.
• Key holidays include Christmas (often religious and family-focused), New Year's Day (usually celebratory), and Independence Day (marking spring with festivities).
• Good Friday and Easter are significant religious observances, while May 1st is recognized as International Workers' Day.
• When visiting religious sites, dress and behave respectfully due to the historical influence of the Catholic Church. Maintain political neutrality when speaking to Chileans, especially concerning the Pinochet era. Calling locals 'gringo' or 'gringa' is generally not considered offensive. Be mindful that football is taken very seriously, and similar sensitivities exist regarding neighboring Bolivia.