Reading Quiz: Cerro San Cristóbal

The Guardian of Santiago

Cerro San Cristóbal is the most famous landmark in Santiago, Chile. It is located in the heart of the city and is part of Parquemet, the largest urban park in the country. At the summit (the highest point), there is a giant white statue of the Virgin Mary. From there, you can see a spectacular view of the Andes Mountains.

To go up the hill, you can use the Funicular, a historic cable railway from 1925, or the modern Teleférico (cable car). For those who love exercise, hiking and cycling are popular activities. Inside the park, visitors can find the National Zoo, the Japanese Garden, and public swimming pools like Tupahue. It is nature’s paradise in the middle of the city.