Aerial view of San Alfonso del Mar.
San Alfonso del Mar is a private resort located in Algarrobo, Chile, about 100 km (60 mi) west of the capital Santiago.[1] It is notable for having the Guinness world record for the largest and deepest swimming pool in the world.[1][2] It has been attracting tourists since it opened in December 2006.
[edit] Pool and resort
San Alfonso's pool is 1,000 meters (3/5 mile) long. The pool covers an area of 7.7 hectares (19 acres) that holds 250 million liters (66 million gallons) of seawater.[2][3] The pool, developed by Chilean company Crystal Lagoons, uses water pumped, filtered, and treated from the Pacific Ocean to supply to the pool.
[edit] Development
While early estimates put the total cost of construction at about US$ 3.5 million (€2.8 million) for the pool alone,[4][5] more recent, and perhaps accurate estimates are in the area of $1.5 to 2 billion USD total for construction and almost $4 million USD in annual maintenance.[6][7][8]
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Coordinates: 33°21′S 71°39.2′W / 33.35°S 71.6533°W / -33.35; -71.6533
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