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»Gastronomy - Arequipa
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»» General Information
Arequipa is undoubtedly the second most important city, both for its population amount as their levels of economic development, and is currently an axis of economic development in southern Peru. Their higher income is composed of the industrial, agricultural and livestock activities; It excels in the production of camel wool textile export quality and is also one of the most important milk production departments. In addition, this city has an exquisite and varied cuisine, and is equipped with an excellent tourist infrastructure, which has enabled it occasionally to host major international events of national character é.
Arequipa, in Quechua Ari-quepay (if tarry), has a wide range of attractions, from its architectural monuments such as temples, monasteries and houses built with ashlar stone. For his part, Arequipeño landscape has an extraordinary beauty that captivates and attracts locals and visitors. The beauty of its countryside beauty of its volcanic mountains (Misti, Chachani, Pichupichu), part of the Volcanic Cordillera adds. Among its main attractions are the Cathedral of Arequipa, the church and convent of the Society of Jesus, the Monastery of Santa Catalina ("a small town within a city"), old houses as the house of the Moral and the Casa Goyeneche, and the impressive canyons of Colca and Cotahuasi.
Just by the way of construction - its buildings and monuments - with ashlar (volcanic lava stone), Arequipa is known as the "White City".
It was founded on August 15, 1540, and recognized by UNESCO as a cultural heritage site in 2000.
»» Access Roads - Arequipa
» Earth: The main route is the Panamericana Sur (Lima - Arequipa) Road. The trip lasts approximately 14 hours. by bus; 1009 Km. Of travel.
From Lima there interprovincial ground transportation services to this city.
» Air: Arequipa has a perfect air communication with different regions of Peru. There are daily flights from Lima to Alfredo Chavez Ballon Airport (approximately 1 hour duration); This airport is located 25 min. of the city of Arequipa.
There are also links to other regions of the country, among them are:
»Cusco (about 30 minutes).
»Tacna (30 minutes approx).
»Juliaca (30 minutes approx).
In addition, there are scheduled flights to Bolivia (La Paz and Santa Cruz) and Chile (Arica, Iquique and Santiago).
The airlines: Lan Airlines, Peruvian Airlines, Taca International, offer daily flights.
» Railway: This region has an extensive rail network linking the ciuades of Arequipa - Juliaca - Puno - Cuzco and Quillabamba.
»» Arequipa Travel Distances to Major Cities
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Arequipa has an exquisite and varied cuisine, which has given great reputation nationally and internationally. Knowing this beautiful city and try their most famous dishes is an unforgettable experience, sure to delight your most discerning palate.
Among the main dishes we are:
» Ocopa Arequipeña.
» Chaque.
» Rocoto relleno.
» Costillar frito
» Caldo blanco.
» Adobo de chancho.
» Cauchi.
» Malaya frita.
» Locro.
» Pastel de papas.
» Puchero.
» Cuy y conejo chactado.
» Pebre.
» Chupe de Camarones.
» Sudado de machas.
Authentic Andean drinking drink is recommended chicha, of course can not leave the city without having tasted the delicious and refreshing local beer.
»Tourist Attractions - Arequipa
» Plaza de Armas de la ciudad de Arequipa
» Catedral de Arequipa
» Barrio del Solar
» El Molino de Sabandía
» Baños Termales de Yura
» Chivay el Cañón del Colca
» Cañón de Cotahuasi
» Petroglifos de Toro Muerto
» Mirador de Yanahuara
» Monasterio de Santa Catalina de Siena
» Iglesia de la Compañia
» Blaneario de Tingo
» El Valle de los Volcanes
» Restos Arqueológicos de Quebrada de la Waca ó Puerto Inca