Chile is not only popular for its friendly people and rich traditional culture, but the country has also been gifted with the wonders of natural beauty. Many people have come to fall in love with the place. After just one visit, a part of it always remain in traveler's hearts.

Lonely Planet reports that Chile is ideal for those with a sense of adventure. The South American country is considered a backpacker's paradise because of its vast wildernesses, untouched by human hands. Such places have become a rarity nowadays. If one wants to take a trip off the beaten path, then Chile is the place to go.

A seasoned traveler would consider Chile as a "place of the extremes," from its driest desert to its vast glacial fields. These are just a few of the places that travel lovers shouldn't dare miss. Here are the top 5 places to chill in Chile.

1. Easter Island.

This place has a mystical feel to it, and very few places in the world are capable of doing so. The place is also one of the most isolated places on the planet, and boasts of the giant Moai statues that defy logic. The place, also known as "Rapa Nui" to the Polynesians, has a magnetic vibe that travellers will forever remember. Easter Island is also an excellent diving, snorkeling and surfing spot.

2. Punta Arenas.

This place is located in the Strait of Magellan and offers an unusual mixture of grandeur and ruddiness with its mansions and typical urban lot. The place is also gifted with splendid weather as well as friendly people with warm hospitality. There is also duty-free shopping and mega-malls for those who want to go on a shopping spree.

3. Cerro San Cristobal.

According to Touropia, this hill in Northern Santiago offers a great view of the city. On clear day, the view of the Andes is spectacular. It is also home to Santiago's largest public park, Parque Metropolitano, that boasts of botanical gardens, a zoo and two swimming pools.

4. San Rafael Glacier.

This is located within the Laguna San Rafael National Park. This glacier is accessible by either boat or plane. The journey by boat, in particular, is an experience in and of itself, as it navigates along the channels of the Aisen region.

5. Valle de la Luna.

This vast desert is located in the Atacama Desert. The unusual formations are the result of centuries of strong winds and floods. The place reminds one of the surface of the moon - hence the name, which translates into "Valley of the Moon."

Chile is a remarkable place to visit in South America. Once you travels there, it is an experience that cannot be forgotten. The next time you want to travel to Chile, check out these places, where you can get away from it all and just chill.