Geography
Chile is in South America, South America. Its listed coordinates are -30, -71; it has Argentina, Bolivia, Peru.
Neighboring countries: Argentina, Bolivia, Peru
South America
Chile
Chile is a country in South America. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Santiago
- Continent
- South America
- Region
- South America
- Population
- 20.2 million
- Area
- 756,102 km²
- Currency
- Chilean peso (CLP)
- Official language
- Spanish
- Calling code
- +56
- Internet TLD
- .cl
- Time zone
- UTC-06:00, UTC-04:00
Chile map preview: -30.00, -71.00
People and Culture
Chile uses Spanish in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in Chile varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
Chile is recorded with the official name Republic of Chile. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- Santiago
- South America cultural and historic sites
- South America map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Santiago
- Time zone data: UTC-06:00, UTC-04:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Chile is grouped under South America.
- Chile has a listed area of 756,102 km².
- Chile is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about Chile
What is the capital of Chile?
The capital of Chile is Santiago.
What continent is Chile in?
Chile is in South America.
What currency does Chile use?
Chile uses the Chilean peso.
What language is spoken in Chile?
Spanish is listed for Chile in this database.