Recoleta

Recoleta is a commune in Santiago with different neighborhoods, each having its own character and purpose. The area includes residential sections as well as commercial zones, with the Barrio Patronato standing out as a busy trading district.

Recoleta was created in 1981 when Santiago underwent a major administrative reorganization. What had been a traditional neighborhood developed into an independent administrative area with its own local government.

The Barrio Patronato neighborhood is home to people from many countries who have brought their own trades and crafts to the area. You'll see small workshops where artisans work and sell their goods alongside family-run shops that serve both local and immigrant communities.

The commune is best explored on foot or by public transport, as many streets are narrow and congested. Visitors should explore the Barrio Patronato during daytime hours when workshops and shops are actively operating.

The Barrio Patronato functions as an international trade hub where importers and merchants from different countries gather to do business. This neighborhood remains less known to most tourists but offers a genuine look at how commerce shapes daily life in the city.

Location: Santiago province

Inception: 1981

Elevation above the sea: 542 m

Website: http://recoleta.cl

GPS coordinates: -33.41667,-70.65000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:02