5 Top things to do in Arequipa

If you go to Peru you just can’t miss this beautiful city. Arequipa is also known as the “White City” because the city center is built with ashlar (white stone). It's a city that has deep canyons, volcanos, snow-coped mountains, great gastronomy, and more.

As in many Peruvian towns, I recommend the Plaza de Armas in this city. Built with white ashlar giving to this city a bright tone. Its surrounded by colonial churches, palm trees, and lush gardens making this place one of the greatest Plaza de Armas of Peru.

Like colonial style? Visit the Monasterio de Santa Catalina, a colonial site on the city. A town within a town, this expansive monastery is full of bright colors, flowers, and history. The chapels, bedrooms and cooking quarters provide an insight into the lives of devout Catholic nuns in the 16th century.

If you want to have the best view of the city, go visit the Yanahuara view-point. It is a 30-minute walk from the center of town if you like to walk. This viewpoint is one of the best places to go in Arequipa. You can go at noon and watch the beautiful sunset and take some pictures.

If you like hikes, here is one of the deepest canyons in the world, the Colca Canyon. The great view, the oasis, and the scenery of the majestic condors fly overhead.  will make not regret your decision of visiting it. It lasts four hours to go down and other four hours back, and if you what to go through the region it can last two or three days.

Finally, take your time to walk in the white city, explore and soak yourself in the Peruvian culture. You can go to the numerous restaurant, cafes, and bars that are in the city. Also, you can go to the central market of the city, where you will find fresh meat, fruit, vegetables, and more. You can also go to the Paseo Mercadores that is a happening pedestrian thoroughfare or pass between leafy plaza. Moreover, if you want to have additional information about the city’s history you can have a city tour too.