Cerrillos, Administrative commune in Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile.
Cerrillos is a residential commune in the Santiago Metropolitan Region of Chile that developed from what was once a rural agricultural area. Today it contains neighborhoods, commercial zones, and public facilities serving the local population.
The commune became independent in 1991 when it separated from Maipú to manage its own growth more effectively. This administrative change marked the beginning of its development as a distinct municipality.
The name comes from the small hills that shaped this area's character over time. You can still notice this geographical influence when walking through different parts of the commune.
The commune is easily accessible from other parts of Santiago and has good public services throughout its neighborhoods. You will find shops, restaurants, and parks distributed across the area.
An old airport once operated in this area, used for aviation before being converted into a public park in the 2000s. This transformation shows how the site shifted from transportation use to community recreation.
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