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Where is Chile located in South America?

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Chile is a long, narrow country situated along the western edge of South America.1

Its geographic position is defined by the following boundaries:
* East: The Andes Mountains form its eastern border, separating it from Argentina.1
* West: The Pacific Ocean borders the entire western length of the country.1
* North: It is bounded by Peru and Bolivia.1

Stretching approximately 2,700 miles, the country extends from its northern boundary with Peru to Cape Horn at the southern tip of the continent.1