📜 Small Chilean town known for its two days of independence in 1823. 🔍 Features a 16th-century fortress, now a park and viewpoint. # Why Go 📜 Experience a unique piece of Chilean history. 🏰 Visit the historic 16th-century fort. 🏞️ Enjoy views from the fort viewpoint. ⚽ Discover local pride with its 'national' soccer team and media. # Tips 🚗 By car from Concepción, take O-60 then follow signs for Hualqui. 🚌 Public transport: 18P bus from Concepción runs every 10 minutes, takes ~1 hour. 🗺️ Fort coordinates are provided for navigation. # Cost 💰 Fort can be visited free of charge.