- Address: Cerro Castillo, Viña del Mar, Chile.
When tourists have the opportunity to visit the most beautiful resort of Viña del Mar , they try to visit the Cerro Castillo Hill. This place is literally two steps from the center, but it is an interesting corner where the past of the whole country opens.
In this area lived only wealthy Chileans, and now from the former luxury there were only beautiful mansions. But they can tell a lot about the habits and preferences of their owners. On the hill of Cerro Castillo, the rhythm of local life is perfectly felt.
What is interesting about the place?
For a short walk on the hill of Cerro Castillo you can learn a lot of interesting things about architecture, explore buildings that resemble castles and forts. Local architecture is a fusion of Spanish and Italian culture, due to which it acquired a unique style.
Tourists are recommended to visit the presidential palace with the same name, which is used as a summer residence. Built in 1929, the palace is a three-story building with a basement. There is a living room, three terraces, a kitchen and bathrooms. Presidential apartments are located in the left wing. International meetings are held in the palace, photo sessions of the President and the Cabinet of Ministers are held. In 2000 the building was recognized as a historical and architectural value.
How to get to the hill?
The city of Viña del Mar, where the hill of Cerro Castillo is located, is located close to Chile's capital , Santiago . From the airport, there are buses that depart from two terminals: Terminal Pajaritos (on the outskirts of the capital) and Terminal Alameda. The journey will take about 1.5 hours.
From the nearby towns ( Valparaiso , Kilpue , Limaci , Villa Alemana) in Viña del Mar can be reached by metro, which connects it with the cities.
In the city itself, tourists find themselves near a hill, passing along the street La Marina .