Xiamen to Chile

Blessed with a year-round salubrious climate and immense natural beauty, Xiamen is a popular coastal town located in southeast China. There are many scenic spots and cultural attractions that amaze tourists at the very first glance. The Gulangyu Island is one of the main attractions of Xiamen. Adorned with breathtaking scenery that is complemented with many historical edifices and architecture feats, Gulangyu is a place worth visiting. The highest point of the island – the Sunlight Rock and Shuzhuang Garden are splaces where tourists, especially nature-lovers would have a memorable time. Located at the base of Wulaofeng, also known as the Mountain of Five Old Men, the South Putuo Temple is another prime attraction of this city. Jimei - the hometown of Tan Kah Kee, the renowned Chinese community leader and philanthropist, is a must-see place. They can also visit the Jimei University, Shigu Road, Jiageng Park and Guilai Tang in Jimei. The Wanshi Botanical Garden, Mount Wuyi, Gulang Huandao Road and Taining Danxia Landform are other worth-visiting places in Xiamen. Tourists can explore this interesting city without any hassle by choosing one of the travel packages by MakeMyTrip.

Featuring fascinating landscapes with mountain peaks and coastal deserts, Chile lies in South America. The climate varies from Mediterranean in the northern and central regions to Alpine towards the southern region. The northern region is famous for the coastal city, Iquique offering an incredible laidback vibe. Playa Cavancha is a beautiful palm-fringed beach, while Museo Regional de Iquique, Corbeta Esmeralda and the pedestrian strip, Calle Baquedano are other attractions that should not be missed. The town of San Pedro de Atacama is the gateway to Atacama Desert, the driest non-polar place on the planet. Las Piedras Rojas, Salar de Talar, Miscanti and Miñiques and Valle del Arcoíris are popular hotspots at this expansive northern desert. Stargazing, camping and hiking are among the most popular activities. Santiago, the capital of Chile lies in the central part of the country. Surrounded by the peaks of the Andes Mountains, the city is well known for its skyscrapers and varied architectural wonders. Sky Costanera, rising up to 300 m above sea level is the city’s modern observation deck that is best visited during sunsets. Barrio Bellavista is an artsy neighbourhood in this city with several cafes. The neoclassical architectural style of La Moneda Palace is a sight to behold nearby. In southern Chile, Queulat National Park features deep fjords and waterfalls. Hiking and kayaking are popular activities. The highlight of this forested zone is Ventisquero Colgante, better known as the hanging glacier. If you want to visit Chile, book a flight and hotel from MakeMyTrip and enjoy the best discounts.