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San Pedro de Atacama
Town and commune in Antofagasta, Chile
About San Pedro de Atacama
San Pedro de Atacama is a Chilean town and commune in El Loa Province, Antofagasta Region. It is located east of Antofagasta, some 106 km (60 mi) southeast of Calama and the Chuquicamata copper mine, overlooking the Licancabur volcano. It features a significant archeological museum, the R. P. Gustavo Le Paige Archaeological Museum, with a large collection of relics and artifacts from the region. Native ruins nearby attract increasing numbers of tourists interested in learning about pre-Columbian cultures.
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Best time to visit
Best time to go: March – May, September – January
Midday highs, based on last year's weather. Green months have comfortable temperatures and few rainy days.
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Questions about San Pedro de Atacama
Where is San Pedro de Atacama?
San Pedro de Atacama is in Chile. The nearest city is Calama, about 90 km away.
When is the best time to visit San Pedro de Atacama?
The most comfortable months to visit San Pedro de Atacama are March – May, September – January: pleasant temperatures and few rainy days, based on last year's weather.
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