Iquique (IPA /i'kike/) is a city in northern Chile, capital of Tarapacá Region, on the Pacific coast, just west of the Atacama Desert.
During colonial times, Iquique was part of the Viceroyalty of Peru as much of South America was at the time and remained part of Peruvian territory until the end of the 19th century.
Iquique's early development was due in large part to the discovery of mineral riches, particularly the presence of large deposits of potassium nitrate (saltpetre) in the Atacama Desert (then part of Bolivian territory).
The Naval Battle of Iquique took place on May 21, 1879 during the War of the Pacific between Chile and Peru.
This lead to the Naval Battle of Punta Gruesa, that may be labelled as the second part of the Naval Battle of Iquique, although it is described in many sources as a separate battle.
The twin naval battles of Iquique and Punta Gruesa were Peruvian tactical victories; the blockade on Iquique was lifted and Chile left the area.
Radisson Iquique is ideally located overlooking the ocean, just minutes away from the city's business district and the social hot spots of Playa Brava and Cavancha.
Radisson is the only hotel in Iquique to offer wireless internet access in 100% of its property, as well as complimentary shuttle service to and from the airport.
Radisson Iquique's 78 rooms are the most spacious in the city, and most of them offer an unparalleled view of the ocean as well as work desks, cable television, dual line telephones, complimentary bottled water and coffee maker, ironing boards, and wireless internet access.
Sunfish is a modern and comfortable located in front of the Cavancha' s beach, a privileged place of Iquique and it is near the grand shopping centre Zofri.
In the terrace of the flat 8 of the Sunfish Hotel is found, without doubt, one of the better places to enjoy the beautiful view pan of Iquique.
All landscape is added a pleasant pool and a snak-bar, that do of that place a corner of full rest, al air free, under the smooth breeze and the sun of Iquique.
A fishing center and busy shipping port on Chile's west coast, Iquique is the largest duty-free zone in South America and is affectionately called "Zofri," or free zone, by visitors who come here for exceptional deals.
The city boasts a unique geography, with close proximity to the desert, the sea, an oasis and a high plateau.
Tour the hot springs and Incan ruins at nearby Mamina and the folklore-rich village of La Tirana, or visit Pica Oasis in the middle of the desert.
With the best location in town the Holiday Inn Express Hotel Iquique is in front of the sea and andregPlaya Brava Beachandreg the most lively, entertaining, dinning, nightlife area of Iquique.
The Holiday Inn Express Iquique offers 100% WiFi access (cost apply) as well as free Buffet Breakfast (normal and light), local Calls, use of Business Center and WiFi and wired high speed Internet in all rooms.
With the best location in town the Holiday Inn Express Hotel Iquique is in front of the sea and ®Playa Brava Beach® the most lively, entertaining, dinning, nightlife area of Iquique.
Well I’m going to the fine beach city/port of Iquique until Sunday for the last Rotary conference of my exchange.
However I’m hoping to finish off Ficciones by Borges and also talk with some of the other exchange students, more interesting than talking with my classmates at school but less than talking with my friends or my brother.
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The only INTERNATIONAL HOTEL in the City of Iquique.
Complies with all international hotel standards of quality, service, fire procedures, etc. Excellent location in front of the sea and surrounded by many retaurants, casino, shopping center, cinemas and the famous "Zona Franca - Duty Free Area"
Wildlife, Culture, and Trekking in northern Atacama Chile from Arica or Iquique
Day 3: Giant cactus, descend through Quebrada de Aroma with bizarre geological formations, visit to enormous geoglif Gigante de Atacama, historical salitre station optional.
Tour ends in Iquique, Pozo Almonte for those going south by bus, or in Colchane for those heading on to Oruro.
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With the best location in town the Holiday Inn Express Hotel Iquique is in front of the sea and “Playa Brava Beach” the most lively, entertaining, dinning, nightlife area of Iquique.
Only a few minutes walking is the ”Casino of Iquique” and 10 minutes by car is the famous Duty Free - “Zona Franca” area where You can shop & buy at more than 100 shops with tax-free up to USD$ 1.000.
