THE METROPOLITAN REGION: Santiago
At the Foot of the Mountains
Population 6 038 974 (97% urban)
Capital Santiago
Climate Warm temperate; mean temp: 14.9°C
GDP 47.6% of national output
Economy Manufacturing, financial sector,
services, commerce
Products Machinery & equipment, cement,
gypsum, vegetables, paper, leather, textiles, food, beverages, services
Investment opportunities Commerce, tourism,
financial services, transport, communications, urban renovation



