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The Memory and Human Rights Museum is a space destinated to give visibility to the human rights violations committed by the State of Chile between 1973 and 1990; to dignify the victims and their families; and to stimulate reflection and debate on the importance of respect and tolerance for these events never recur. METRO STATION: Quinta Normal, L5.

La Moneda Palace is the seat of Chilean government. The President of the Republic and the most important ministries operate there. You can register on the official site and access to guided tours Monday through Friday between 9 am and 5 pm. A must-see is the guard changing ceremony, which takes place every two days, at 10 am on weekdays and 11 on weekends, in Plaza de la Constitution. METRO STATION: La Moneda, L1.

Plaza de Armas was built as the center of the city at the time of its founding in 1541, and today is one of its most important cultural spaces. There you can see historical buildings as the Cathedral of Santiago, the Chilean Post Office, the National History Museum and the present building of the Municipality of Santiago. METRO STATION: Plaza de Armas, L5.

The Central Market is one of the oldest markets in the country. There you will find a huge variety of fish and seafood, as well as restaurants with exquisite Chilean cuisine. It is a place full of movement where you can take very good pictures. METRO STATION: Puente Cal y Canto, L2.

This museum has one of the most important samples of natives of Chile and Latin America. It was created in the 80s, and occupies the old Palacio de la Real Aduana, a prominent building of the colonial era. METRO STATION: Plaza de Armas, L5.

Originally called " Huelén " , this hill was the founding place of Santiago city. The Spanish conqueror Pedro de Valdivia gave it its current name. In the 19th century it acquired theesge of urban park that bears today, after a hard work of landscaping and construction. Open Monday to Sunday from 9 to 18 hours. Admission is free. METRO STATION : St. Lucia, L1.

Created in the late 19th century, Lastarria is one of the most important cultural and bohemian areas in the city. There you can find a lot of restaurants, coffee shops and bars, and stores to buy gifts. METRO STATION: Universidad Católica, L1.

Restaurants and bars for all tastes. Bellavista neighborhood is one of the best places to meet Santiago's night. METRO STATION: Baquedano, L1 and L5.