San Pedro de Atacama, small town with a population of 2500 people. Located in one of the high plane oasis of the second region of Antofagasta, northern part of Chile. Next to the Andes, 98 Km. Away from Calama and with an altitude of 2438m, also it is located close to the Bolivian and Argentinean borders. Cradle of one of the most ancient cultures in Chile, The Atacamenian Culture, San Pedro is the county capitol and next to the biggest river that runs straight to the Salt Lake.
This town is also considered the Archeological Capitol of Chile and was declared Typical Zone.

THE TOWN
Pre Colombian origin, this small town is characterized by its narrow streets and colorful adobe buildings. Best way of knowing the town is walking.
Its great attractions has made San Pedro the center of the archeological activity and tourist services, with a large affluent of visitors, providing different alternatives of hotels, camping site, hostals, etc.
The town has post office, medical attention, fax, phones, custom, government offices, police office. The plows Not ATM machines or banks.

THE WEATHER
The climate corresponding to this zone is desert-like in altitude (highland), and with oscillation.
Winter Temperature: 22°C by day and 4°C by night. (Blue Sky all years)
Summer Temperature: 37°C by day and 16°C by night (occasional rains).