[Valparaíso] The hilly town is full of color and stories.

Located in central Chile, about a two-hour bus ride from the capital, Santiago. Valparaiso is known for its history as one of South America's leading port cities, and for its colorful mural art and creative atmosphere that still thrive today. The murals (street art) painted all over the city are not for tourism, but are "living expressions. Just walking around, you can feel the various paintings, the lives of the people who live there, and past memories connecting with each other. There are many slopes and many vantage points, but strangely, no matter where you look, you will see a view that is unique to Valparaiso. ⸻ 📍Location Valparaíso, Chile About 2 hours from the center of Santiago by long-distance bus from the Alameda bus terminal You can move around the city on foot or by cable car (Ascensor) 🕰️Recommended time to visit Daytime (especially from morning to evening) *Please note that there are areas with unstable security at night 💸Estimated cost ・Long-distance bus: Approximately 4,000 to 6,000 Chilean pesos (approximately 800 to 1,200 yen) one way ・Viewing mural art is basically free (guide tours start at around 10,000 pesos) ・City transportation: Use the cable car for about 100 to 300 pesos ⸻ 🌟Points to remember when visiting ・Cerro Alegre and Cerro Concepcion Concepción is a popular area with murals and cafes. ・The cable car is not only a tourist attraction but also a means of transportation for locals. ・Not only the art, but also the warehouses and market scenery that are typical of an old port town are interesting. ・Many photo spots. A city that is picturesque enough even with a smartphone. ⸻ #Valparaiso #Valparaiso #Chile trip #South American hilly town #Street art town #Around the world