Population: 6.9 million
Nickname: “City of the Island Hills”
Geography Fact: This city is located on two tectonic plates, which leaves it susceptible to earthquakes.
History Fact: The city was founded by Pizarro’s chief lieutenant, Pedro de Valdivia.
Sports Fact: The 2023 Pan American Games will be held here.
Fun Fact: The financial district of the city is called Sanhattan. This is where many of the largest office buildings are located, as well as the many high end shopping centers.
Famous Citizen: Horatio Sanz
