Quick Facts about Chile

Curious places, history and hidden gems in Chile.

The Driest Place on Earth Is in Chile Nature

The Driest Place on Earth Is in Chile

Did you know parts of Chile's Atacama Desert have never recorded a single drop of rain? It's the driest non-polar place on the planet — so Mars-like that NASA tests rovers there. Its clear, dry skies also make it one of the best stargazing spots on Earth.

Chile Atacama Desert