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Considered to be a masterpiece of volcanic sillar stone colonial architecture, Santa Catalina Monastery is a beautiful, tranquil monastery. Home to nuns from the 16th-18th century, it still houses a small religious community today. Tour the plazas, passageways and cobbled streets in the day time to drink in the warm vibrancy of the painted stone, and in the evening by candlelight for a truly atmospheric experience.
(@jesscf_91)Pay a Visit to Juanita, the Incan Ice Maiden
Housed in the Museo Santuarios Andinos, Juanita is the perfectly preserved ice mummy of an Incan child sacrifice. A tour of this informative and poignant museum will teach you about Incan culture and customs, before giving you a chance to view Juanita herself.
Learn about Llamas at Mundo Alpaca
Peru is celebrated for its incredible textile culture, and Mundo Alpaca is the perfect place to learn more about this unique tradition. Meet alpacas and llamas, learn about the traditional production process and browse beautiful contemporary Andean textiles.
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Culture vultures will love Arequipa. Tour the colorful Santa Catalina monastery by candlelight, pay your respects to Juanita, the 14-year-old ice mummy sacrificed by the Inca, and take a free walking tour to learn about Arequipa’s colonial history, proud tradition of social justice and civic rebellions, and gastronomic Renaissance.
Eat in a Picantería
The picantería is a uniquely Arequipan institution. These lunchtime canteens serve traditional Peruvian cuisine, cooked in huge silver pots over wood fires. Eat side by side with the locals and wash everything down with a delicious jug of fermented chicha corn beer.
Hike in Colca Canyon
Surrounded by a spectacular volcanic landscape, a stay in Arequipa is a fantastic springboard for all kinds of outdoor activities. There are many tour companies based in the city that will guide you on a trek through Colca Canyon, the second deepest canyon in the world. Look out for soaring condors high above the canyon and camp under the stars.
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]]>Santa Catalina Monastery
Santa Catalina Monastery is one of Arequipa’s top attractions, and it’s been home to Dominican nuns since the 16th century. The monastery is open to the public and offers guided tours, but architecture lovers will be impressed by its colorful walls – most of which are painted in red.
Museo Santuarios Andinos
Arequipa is home to several amazing museums, and Museo Santuarios Andinos happens to be one of the very best. Its striking red exterior will draw you in right away, but the real magic starts when you step inside and discover its impressive archaeological collection.
La Mansión del Fundador
La Mansión del Fundador is 1500s colonial estate, which once served as a home of Arequipa’s founder, Garcí Manuel de Carbajal. He was its first tenant, but the mansion changed many hands over the years, and it now offers tours through its rooms to visitors, in addition to extensive walking grounds with a wide range of outdoor activities.
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]]>Natural Beauty
Arequipa’s skyline is dominated by volcanic cones including Misti, Pichu Pichu, and Chachani. This makes this region extremely popular with hikers and adventurers, but you can also explore the city’s natural beauty at its many parks, viewpoints, and popular kid-friendly destination Mundo Alpaca.
Traditional Foods
Arequipa is one of the best places in Peru to explore the country’s rich culinary scene. It’s one of Peru’s main gastronomical centers, and some of its best traditional dishes originate from here. Rocoto relleno aka stuffed peppers and ocopa, potatoes in a spicy sauce, are some of the very best.
Architecture and History
This colonial-era city will knock you off your feet with its architectural beauty, from baroque buildings to neoclassical cathedrals. Its main square Plaza de Armas is one of the best places to explore its architectural and cultural heritage, and it’s home to one of the city’s most recognizable buildings—Basilica Cathedral of Arequipa.
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]]>Arequipa
Peru’s second most populated city offers a little bit of something to everyone. Architecture enthusiasts will be wowed by its baroque buildings, while nature lovers won’t be able to resist exploring the volcanoes in its surroundings.
Trujillo
Trujillo is often described as Peru’s cultural capital. It’s the birthplace of the popular traditional dance marinera and home to countless cultural events throughout the year.
Cusco
Despite its relatively tiny size in comparison to some other cities in Peru, Cusco is one of its must-see attractions thanks to its rich history. Many ancient sites can be found on its grounds since it once served as the capital of the Inca Empire.
Ica
Fans of architecture will find appreciation for Ica’s religious buildings, but this isn’t the reason why most people visit it. This city became a major tourist attraction thanks to its close proximity to Huacachina, a tiny village built around an oasis with the natural desert lake.
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