The country home to the port city of Valparaíso is Chile.
Valparaíso is a major Pacific port in central Chile and the capital of the Valparaíso Region. The city is built around a broad bay, with steep hills rising behind the waterfront; its famous funicular railways and colorful hillside neighborhoods reflect that dramatic terrain.
The port became especially important during the 19th century, when ships traveling between the Atlantic and Pacific often passed through the Strait of Magellan before the Panama Canal opened in 1914. That route made Valparaíso a major stop for trade, passengers, and naval activity.
The city's historic quarter was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2003. A frequent mix-up is with nearby Viña del Mar, a separate Chilean coastal city in the same metropolitan area. Valparaíso is also the headquarters of the Chilean Navy and has hosted Chile's National Congress since 1990.