Azapa Valley — Wikipedia

Azapa Valley is a fertile and narrow oasis in Arica y Parinacota Region, Chile. It is framed between two arid hills and divided by the San Jose River that runs during the summer season. It is located three kilometres (1.9 mi) from the city of Arica. This jewel of the north has a unique climate that permits the farming of a great variety of fruits and vegetables throughout the year. This is in addition to the unique Azapa olives, renowned for their violet color and bitter flavor that also yield a hearty oil.