Pisco Elqui

Pisco Elqui, originally called Union but replaced in 1939 with its current name, is a small town set atop a hill in Elqui Valley. The town maintains its antique architecture through its old houses and the Chapel "Nuestra Seņora del Rosario", whose steeple is visible from far away. The Pisco Elqui property is located nearby. This is the oldest distillery of pisco (Chilean liquor similar to clear brandy) in the region and it can be visited through programmed tours.

Location

Region of Coquimbo, 107 km (66.8 mi) east of La Serena. And 37 km (23 mi) east of Vicuņa. Map

When to go

Year-round

Attractions

Folklore, handicrafts.

How to get there

Santiago-La Serena: by airplane and land. From La Serena take the road to Valle del Elqui, going east. This road passes by Vicuņa (66 km from La Serena), and Rivadavia at the 83rd kilometer. At this point head towards the right, and at the end you will find Pisco Elqui, at 103 kilometers. All roads are paved. See Transport

Activities

photography, trekking, cultural journey. Activities Index

Services

Lodging, food, entertainment, road, transport.

Surroundings

Mausoleum of Gabriela Mistral, Cochiguas.