Chile
Republic of Chile
People: Chilean
Chile is the world's longest north-south country, stretching over 4,300 km from the Atacama Desert to Patagonia. Chile is located in South America and has a population of around 20.2 million. Its capital city is Santiago, and the most widely spoken official language is Spanish.
Chile — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Republic of Chile |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Santiago |
| Continent | South America |
| Region | South America |
| Population | 20,206,953 |
| Area | 756,102 km² |
| Currency | Chilean peso (CLP) $ |
| Official Language | Spanish |
| Dialling Code | +56 |
| Internet TLD | .cl |
| Timezones | UTC-06:00, UTC-04:00 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 133 (police) / 131 (ambulance) |
| ISO Code | CL / CHL |
| Borders | Argentina, Bolivia, Peru |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chile
What is the capital of Chile?
The capital of Chile is Santiago.
What currency does Chile use?
Chile uses the Chilean peso (CLP, symbol: $).
What language do they speak in Chile?
The official language of Chile is Spanish.
What is the dialling code for Chile?
The international dialling code for Chile is +56.
What side of the road does Chile drive on?
Chile drives on the right-hand side of the road.
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