Considered a masterpiece of colonial architecture, this monastery is a large complex of rooms, picturesque plazas, ornate fountains and a maze of narrow, cobblestone streets.
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Considered a masterpiece of colonial architecture, this monastery is a large complex of rooms, picturesque plazas, ornate fountains and a maze of narrow, cobblestone streets.
This is one of the deepest canyons in the world where the distance from the Colca riverbed to the top of the cliff is more than 13,100 feet.
The museum can be difficult to find at first. Even many locals and police are unaware of its existence. You might ask a street vendor to direct you! Be advised, NO PHOTOGRAPHY is allowed inside the...
"La Ibérica" is a chocolate and sweets factory with many stores in Arequipa and many others through Peru. It was founded in 1909 by Juan Vidaurrazaga as his own company. He was introducing the...
Yanahuara or Kjanachuara in native language, is a traditional neighborhood of Arequipa and it had been habitated by "Yanahuaras" before the Spanish Conquerors made they settlement across the river...
Church and monastery from the 16th century.
Serving as the focus of urban life and evening activities, this elegant grand square features graceful colonnades, swaying palms and lush gardens.
This 17th century convent has been rebuilt several times due to earthquake damage. Now a museum, its rooms contain mummies, masks and souvenirs collected on missionary travels.
The Molino de Sabandía (Sabandía Mill) is a three centuries old water mill, set in the old Arequipa countryside.
This large extinct volcano, 6,057 meters in height, rises above Arequipa in southern Peru and is a popular site for climbers.
The Instituto Cultural Peruano Norteamericano (Peruvian-North American Cultural Centre) was established in 1955. It offers English classes and various cultural activities and events throughout the year and has a Spanish-English library, a multimedia center with Internet access, a large theater and two art galleries with monthly exhibitions. It has an outdoor cafe.
Museum of the archaeology of the Andes, with videos, and sometimes displays, of mummies found in the region.