15 Photos That Prove Chile's Atacama Desert Is The Most Beautiful At Night

Chile’s Atacama Desert is the driest non-polar desert in the world, and in the heart of this wonderful terrain is San Pedro de Atacama, where you can sit back and relax in between trips to Valle de la Luna, Geysers El Tatio, or Lagunas Altiplanicas. Due to its high altitude, virtually non-existent clouds, dry air and lack of pollution, Atacama is one of the best places in the world to stargaze. Take a look at these pictures and watch how the desert becomes more beautiful as the sun sets and it descends into night.

Watch the Sunset

Take in the Incredible Hues

Enjoy the Peace

Gaze up at the Sky

Milky Way above the antennas at the ALMA Observatory

Be Hypnotised by its Beauty

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