Ovalle receives Sernatur distinction as Tourism Municipality

The municipality of Ovalle has received the distinction of ‘Municipalidad Turística’ from Sernatur for the first time. The award was presented during the 6th National Congress of Tourism Municipalities held in the O’Higgins region.

During the event, which included representatives from 92 communes, the recognition highlighted the local government's efforts to promote regional tourism attractions. Sernatur regional director Ángelica Funes noted that tourism is a vital economic driver, generating between 27,000 and 31,000 direct jobs in the Coquimbo region.