Arequipa is Peru’s second largest, with a population of approximately 1’000,000. However, it has the feel of a small town, with the centre being compact and containing most areas of interest. Away from the centre, the city rapidly becomes residential, although there are a few sights worth visiting.
The city of Arequipa and the nearby Colca Canyon are firmly established stops on the tourist trail in Peru. However, the region has far more to offer the visitor than just this, from stunning scenery in the world’s deepest canyon - The Cotahuasi Canyon - to the amazing Valley of Volcanoes, with over 60 [...]
Air connections The easiest way of getting to Arequipa is by plane, and there is a modern, pleasant airport 10 kilometres from the centre of town.
There is a flat fee of $3.50 for a taxi to and from the airport. There are several daily flights to Lima, Cusco, Juliaca and Tacna.
All travel agencies will [...]
Arequipa has a strong culinary tradition, and there are a wide variety of local dishes available. Soups are particularly popular, and are often very tasty and are a meal in themselves. Additionally, Rocoto Relleno (stuffed spicy pepper) is another local favourite well worth trying, although make sure you specify if you do not want it [...]
