Blog # 2

Isabel Allende goes through several regions within Chile and how they differ from area to area. First, she describes how there are 4 regions in which Chile is divided into, while there are even further division amongst the provinces. She talks about the "Norte Chico" which is considered the more arid and dried out part of Chile. Little can be grown here, with little economical support from agriculture. Then she goes to talk about the region of "Valle Central" where the most produce can be found and the land is very fertile. This region is home to Santiago which has much commerce and a large part of the population. The last region spoken of is the "Zone Sur" which has been known as the tropics of Chile, from the wet climate and forest infested land. This was reflected in the videos really pointed out how diverse the land of Chile is, and Allende spoke of this. The videos made a point that there is the most dry and most wet areas that are found in Chile and can be why there is such diverse vegetation and lifestyles. I find it appealing how warm Chile will be when we are there, and also how we will get to experience the commerce and mildness of Santiago. I am most excited for this because Pennsylvania is cold, so I am ready to be in the warmth of the sun.