Outline of Chile


The following outline is provided as an overview of and topical guide to Chile:
Chile - country in South America occupying a long, narrow strip of land between the Andes mountains to the east and the Pacific Ocean to the west. Prior to the arrival of the Spanish in the 16th century, northern and central Chile was under Inca rule while independent Mapuche inhabited south-central Chile. Chile declared its independence from Spain on 12 February 1818. Today Chile is one of South America's most stable and prosperous nations, a recognized middle power, and an emerging economy.

General reference

Ecoregions of Chile

Administrative divisions of Chile

Government and politics of Chile

Executive branch of the government of Chile

The Republic of Chile is a member of:

History of Chile