Arequipa
Arequipa is located in the south of Peru near the coast and sierra.
With a height of 2335 meters above sea level.
Colca Canyon: 3400 m.o.s.
Chivay (entrance to Colca Canyon): 3300 m.o.s.
Population: 981,916 inhabitants.
The area stretches over 63,344 km²
The climate is warm and comfortable with sunshine almost all year-round. It rains moderately from January to March, afternoons and evenings are fresh but cold in the heights of the Canyon.
The “White City” is famous for its magnificent churches, convents and palaces, which were built from white ashlar rocks and have stunningly filigree carvings. The climate (300 days of sunshine) invites to discover the beautiful landscape of the Colca Valleys, volcanoes and natural preserves. The experience is rounded up by a rich biodiversity and a lively urban culture.
Places in Arequipa
- Historic center from Arequipa
- Museums
- Arequipa Countryside
- Colca Valley and Canyon
- National Reserve of Salinas
- Aguada Blanca
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