Chile
Chile is a country in South America. Its capital is Santiago, and it shares land borders with 3 countries.
- Capital
- Santiago
- Region
- South America
- Area
- 770,770 km² Number 37 of 193 by size
- Land borders
- 3 countries
What is the capital of Chile?
The capital of Chile is Santiago.
Which countries border Chile?
Chile shares land borders with 3 countries: Argentina, Bolivia and Peru.
| Country | Capital | Distance from Santiago |
|---|---|---|
 Argentina | Buenos Aires | 1,139 km (708 mi) |
 Bolivia | Sucre | 1,690 km (1,050 mi) |
 Peru | Lima | 2,466 km (1,532 mi) |
Distances are between capitals, in a straight line.
More about Chile
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