Spring celebrations

Deemed by many to be the most pleasant season, weather-wise, spring in Chile brings moderate temperatures, intermittent rainfall and a glorious display of spring flowers. Between the 18th and 19th September people celebrate Fiestas Patrias – Independence Day and Armed Forces Day.

The country’s heritage is celebrated nationwide on Día de la Raza (the Day of the Race, or Columbus Day) in October, with parades of ethnic groups playing traditional instruments. Día de Todos los Santos (All Saints Day) is also the Day of the Dead, when families visit cemeteries with pan de la muerto (bread of the dead) for their deceased relatives.