El Cajon del Maipo is a city and commune located in the Cordillera sector of the Metropolitan Region, 52 kilometers from Santiago. The city was founded on July 16, 1792 by Don Ambrosio O'Higgins. At that time it was called Villa San Jose de Maipo and its construction was due to the interest and the growing business of the silver mining that was surfacing in the place. The territory where the locality is located is of an extraordinary beauty. Each furrow of its mountains, farellones and hills was formed thanks to the glacial erosion and the advance of the river Maipo. The area is excellent for recreational activities such as ecotourism, hiking, zip line, canopy, mountaineering, sport fishing, mountain biking, rafting, trekking, horseback riding and taking pictures. Although for those who want a little rest, the place is very appropriate for spiritual retreats, to breathe fresh air and to connect with nature. n experience that will make you leave the da...