The World’s Greatest Urban Parks: Metropolitan Park, Santiago, Chile

By Dian Hasan | November 28, 2009

The hallmark of any great city is its urban park! Commonly located at the center of its core, urban parks play a significant role in providing traffic-choked cities with much-needed green lungs. As well as recreation, sporting and cultural venues for residents and visitors alike. Here’s a look at some of the larger urban parks from across the world.

METROPOLITAN PARK (PARQUE METROPOLITANO), SANTIAGO (1,800 ACRES)

The Metropolitan Park of Santiago in Chile is popularly referred to as San Cristobal Hill. With a massive area covering 1,800 acres, the park is full of gardens, hiking and biking trails, and outdoor sports fields. Those not as enamored by the outdoors will enjoy exploring the zoo, dining in an international restaurant, or even relaxing in the park pool. You’re guaranteed to find something to entertain everyone when you visit San Cristobal Hill.

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