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| Photo courtesy of Jorge Lagos |
Pisco Elqui, originally called Union but replaced in 1939 with
its current name, is a small town set atop a hill in Elqui Valley.
The town maintains its antique architecture through its old
houses and the Chapel "Nuestra Señora del Rosario",
whose steeple is visible from far away. The Pisco Elqui property
is located nearby. This is the oldest distillery of pisco (Chilean
liquor similar to clear brandy) in the region and it can be
visited through programmed tours.
Location
Region of Coquimbo, 107 km (66.8 mi) east of La Serena.
And 37 km (23 mi) east of Vicuña. Map
When to go
Year-round
Attractions
Folklore, handicrafts.
How to get there
Santiago-La Serena: by airplane and land. From La
Serena take the road to Valle del Elqui, going east.
This road passes by Vicuña (66 km from La Serena),
and Rivadavia at the 83rd kilometer. At this point
head towards the right, and at the end you will find
Pisco Elqui, at 103 kilometers. All roads are paved.
See
Transport
Activities
photography, trekking, cultural journey. Activities Index
Services
Lodging, food, entertainment, road, transport.
Surroundings
Mausoleum of Gabriela Mistral, Cochiguas. |
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