Barrio Bellavista, Bohemian district between Mapocho River and San Cristóbal Hill in Santiago, Chile.
Barrio Bellavista is a neighborhood in Santiago that stretches between the Mapocho River and Cerro San Cristóbal, spanning two communes, Providencia and Recoleta. Pío Nono Street forms the main axis, where most shops, restaurants, and cultural venues are located.
The area evolved from its colonial identity as La Chimba into an urban district after the Cal y Canto Bridge was built in the early 1800s. This bridge improved connections across the Mapocho River and encouraged urban growth in the region.
The neighborhood has become a center for artists and musicians who have shaped the district's character through galleries, studios, and street art that cover many walls. The local creative community continues to use these spaces to express ideas and connect with both residents and visitors.
The neighborhood is easily reached by metro via Baquedano station, located south of the Mapocho River. A funicular at Pío Nono Street provides access to Cerro San Cristóbal and the National Zoo, and weekend craft markets set up along the same street.
La Chascona, the former residence of poet Pablo Neruda built in 1953, now operates as a museum showcasing his personal collections and artistic interests. The house displays numerous objects and artworks that reflect Neruda's passion for color and detail.
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