Travel guide

Arequipa

White volcanic-stone city in the Andes

🗓️ Best time: May–October💰 Budget · ~$55/day📍 Peru

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About Arequipa

Peru's second city is built from white sillar volcanic rock — a UNESCO old town below 5 volcanoes, and the launchpad to Colca Canyon (deeper than the Grand Canyon) and condor flights.

⭐ Things to do in Arequipa

Plaza de Armas & CathedralSanta Catalina MonasteryColca Canyon 2-day tourYanahuara viewpointJuanita the ice mummySabandía mill day tripSillar Route quarry walkYanahuara viewpoint at sunset

🍽️ What to eat in Arequipa

Signature local dishes worth seeking out.

Rocoto relleno (stuffed peppers)Adobo arequipeñoChupe de camaronesChicha morada

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🚕 Getting around

Walk old town; combis for outskirts; tours for Colca.

💡 Local tip

Acclimatize 2 days in Arequipa before going up to Colca — way smarter than direct from Lima.