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The second half of the twentieth century was unfavorable to Valparaíso, as many wealthy families abandoned the city. The opening of the Panama Canal and reduction in ship traffic dealt a serious blow to Valparaíso’s port-based economy.

Cemetery on the hillside

Command in Chief Palace of La Armada. The Command Chief Palace of the Navy

Valparaíso also receives growing attention from cruise ships that visit during the South American summer.

Most significantly, Valparaíso has transformed itself into a major educational center with four large traditional universities and several large vocational colleges. The city exemplifies Chilean culture, with festivals every year, and street artists and musicians.

Riding up the Funicular

Funicular going down

Funicular in operation since 1902

We are not Hippies - We are Happies - local art graffiti

The famous hillsides of Valparaiso

View of the port

City of Valparaiso across the bay

Name of the Funicular... El Peral Elevator The pear tree

Talk about narrow house on a steep hill.

Narrow streets on steep hills

Street art.. graffiti

Graffiti art

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