Japonés Jardin del Corazón Park, La Serena

Name: Japonés Jardin del Corazón Park
Address: La Serena, Chile

#5 among attractions in La Serena

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Parque Jardín del Corazón, also known as Parque Japonés de La Serena, is a park located in the Chilean city of La Serena that was inaugurated in 1994. Its theme is set in Japan and has various plant and animal species from that country. Built on an area of 26 thousand square meters, it is the largest Japanese park in South America. It is a Karesansui contemplation park with a mountain and water landscape.

It was officially inaugurated on August 26, 1994, as part of the celebrations for the 450th anniversary of the founding of La Serena. The project was developed thanks to the contribution of several mining companies from Chile and Japan, mainly Compañía Minera del Pacífico and Nippon Steel Corporation. With the construction of the park a typical Japanese landscape is represented, as part of the brotherhood agreement that the commune of La Serena signed with the town of Tenri in 1966.

Coordinates: 29°54'14"S, 71°15'20"W

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Nearby attractions include: Lighthouse of La Serena, Iglesia Santo Domingo, Iglesia de San Francisco, Our Lady of Mercy Cathedral.

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Lighthouse, Vernacular architecture
Lighthouse of La Serena, La Serena
29 min walk • The Lighthouse of La Serena, often referred to as Faro Monumental de La Serena, stands as a beacon of charm in the coastal city of La Serena, Chile. This iconic lighthouse, an emblem of the region, is a popular attraction for both locals and tourists alike, drawing...
~550 ftE
Church
Iglesia Santo Domingo, La Serena
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of La Serena, Chile, the Iglesia Santo Domingo stands as a serene testament to the city's rich historical and religious tapestry. This church, with its distinctive architecture, provides a window into the colonial past of the region.
~1810 ftE
Park
Iglesia de San Francisco, La Serena
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of La Serena, the serene city known for its clear skies and beautiful architecture, the Iglesia de San Francisco stands as a beacon of history and spirituality. This church is one of the oldest and most significant landmarks in the city, reflecting...
~1480 ftE
Church
Our Lady of Mercy Cathedral, La Serena
8 min walk • The Our Lady of Mercy Cathedral also called La Serena Cathedral It is the Cathedral of the Archdiocese of La Serena. It is the largest temple in the city, and one of the cathedrals of Chile and is located in the northeastern corner of the Plaza de Armas in La Serena, at the intersection of Los Carrera street with the Cordovez street.
0.5 miE
History museum, Museum
Archaeological Museum, La Serena
14 min walk • The Archaeological Museum of La Serena is a museum located in the center of the city of La Serena, capital of the Coquimbo Region. It was created on April 3, 1943. Five years later it was transferred to the Directorate of Libraries, Archives and...
~1210 ftE
Park
Plaza de Armas de La Serena, La Serena
6 min walk • The Plaza de Armas de La Serena is the main square of the city of La Serena, in the Coquimbo Region of Chile.
0.6 miS
Sport venue, Football, Sport
Estadio La Portada, La Serena
15 min walk • Estadio La Portada is a multi-use stadium in La Serena, Chile. It is currently used mostly for football matches and is the home stadium of Deportes La Serena.
~1830 ftE
29°54'10"S • 71°14'60"W
Caracol Colonial, La Serena
9 min walk • Shopping, Department store, Shopping centre
1.1 miSE
Universities and schools
University of La Serena, La Serena
28 min walk • The University of La Serena is a university in Chile. It is part of the Chilean Traditional Universities. It is located 350 miles north of Santiago. The university has five campuses: three in La Serena, one in Coquimbo, and one in Ovalle. It was founded in 1981, and approximately 8,000 students are currently enrolled there.

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Nearby attractions include Iglesia Santo Domingo, La Serena (3 min walk), Plaza de Armas de La Serena, La Serena (6 min walk), Our Lady of Mercy Cathedral, La Serena (8 min walk), Iglesia de San Francisco, La Serena (9 min walk).