[Valparaíso | A town of hills and sea where art and history resonate together]

[Valparaíso | A city of hills and the sea where art and history resonate] — Chile's most artistic port city, decorated with 43 hills surrounding the port and colorful street art — The port is surrounded by a series of hills, characterized by "funiculars" and staircases that go up and down the steep slopes. Street art adds color to the hillsides and narrow streets everywhere, and just walking around will make your heart leap with excitement. ⸻ 📍【Recommended areas and spots】 •Cerros Alegre / Concepción / Bellavista: Colorful houses and art concentrated  •Polanco Lift (True Elevator): The only vertical lifting device still standing in the country that connects the hills  •Plaza Sotomayor: Historical port square, the center where the Navy Headquarters and post office are lined up  ⸻ ✨Recommended points • World Heritage Historical Landscape: The unique urban structure woven by the hills and the port is attractive • Street art heaven: The public art works spread across the walls, stairs, and alleys will make your heart flutter  • Quaint lifting device: Riding the old funicular up the hill is also a great part of the trip • Sea and port city culture: You can feel the breath of the port with ships, fishing villages, naval architecture, etc.  ⸻ 🎒 Tips • If you take a walk in the morning or evening, the scenery created by the light and shadow is especially beautiful. • Street art is particularly abundant in Cerro Bellavista and Bellavista - Concepción.  • The funicular is often crowded, so make sure you have plenty of time before boarding. • Be careful of security: keep your valuables in front of you. It's safer during the day when there are more people around. ⸻ #Chile #Valparaíso #Valparaíso #AbsolutelyFreeTrip