Zapallar, Chile

Zapallar, Chile
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Author: Michael Lejeune


Zapallar is a scenic coastal town in Petorca Province, Valparaíso Region, in Central Chile. It covers 288 sq km (111 sq mi) and has a population of around 1,600 (2011 estimate).

Zapallar is surrounded by the forested hills that descend to the rocky cliff facing the Pacific Ocean. There is a lovely crescent-shaped sandy beach. In the late 19th and early 20th century Zapallar was a favorite among the wealthy of Santiago who built their vacation villas here.

A coastal path winds its way along the beach of Zapallar into the hills, offering numerous scenic vistas of the Pacific Ocean. The town continues to attract domestic tourists from Santiago and Valparaíso.

Visiting Zapallar

Zapallar is about 80 km (50 mi) north of Valparaíso. The most practical way to get there is by self-drive.

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