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The port city of Iquique is one of the most important cities in the north of Chile, also known
for the boom in saltpetre mining in the 19th century, as can be seen from the abandoned
settlements such as the Humberstone and Santa Laura saltpetre works. In the surroundings
you can discover geoglyphs and cave paintings, which are important remains of the Aymara
culture. The city is also popular for its beaches and water sports. As one of the two Chilean
free ports (the other one being Punta Arenas) Iquique has a duty free area which has
contributed to the urban development of the city, due to its great commercial activity.
