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Valley of the Moon

Tourist attraction · El Loa ·

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This South American Destination Has Luxury Lodges, Otherworldly Landscapes, and Some of the World's Best Stargazing

"An arid desert located in northern Chile known for its exceptional stargazing conditions due to minimal light pollution, dry weather, and high elevation. It is a popular destination for astronomers and astrotourists." - Stephanie Vermillion Stephanie Vermillion Stephanie Vermillion is a travel journalist and photographer covering culture and adventure for Travel + Leisure Outside, and more. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

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Lunar desert with pink mountains, salt flats, and sunsets.

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San Pedro de Atacama, Antofagasta, Chile Get directions

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Lunar desert with pink mountains, salt flats, and sunsets.

Featured in Afar

San Pedro de Atacama, Antofagasta, Chile Get directions

Restroom

Credit card accepted

Debit card accepted

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