The Change from Escudo to Chilean Peso

Matias writes with this question:
I need to find out why the currency changed in Chile from the Escudo to the Chilean Peso in 1975.
According to the Banco Central de Chile (in Spanish):

Law #13.305 in 1959 replaced the peso with the escudo as the monetary unit starting January 1, 1960. A later law in March, 1960 […]

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Posted June 23, 2008 in Ask Pepe, History | Add Your Comment »

How to find an Apartment in Santiago, Chile

If you are moving to Santiago, Chile or looking for an apartment to rent, here are some resources to aid in your search:
Craig’s List Apartment Listings
El Mercurio’s Property Listings (in Spanish)

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Posted June 4, 2008 in Travel | Add Your Comment »