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Arica, Chile

Arica, Chile

The main seaport for silver from the vast mines in Bolivia during the Spanish colonial period, Arica has been a contested city throughout its history. It enjoys a climate as dry as that of the Sahara, but without the temperature extremes. Nearby Lauca National Park offers views of volcanos, lakes and plentiful altiplano wildlife such as llamas, vicunas, alpacas and guanacos.