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About Arequipa
The name Arequipa comes from the quechua word “ari-que-pay”, that refers to a legend about the inca Mayta Cápac; in the legend his subjects, impressed by the beauty of the place, asked him to stay and the inca answered: “yes, stay” (ari-que-pay).In the inca period the incas left the Arequipa territory in search of new places to conquer. The official foundation of the city took place in 1540, by the Spanish who arrived there to take advantage of the mines of the area in the colonial period.The city prospered quickly due to its advisable location in the mining transit path, becoming the most important commercial city, and standing out for its loyalty to the Spanish crown.During the republic, Arequipa was the place where concentrated most of the uprisings and social and political conflicts, what (later on time) would deserve its title of “Hero city of the free people of Arequipa”. Nowadays the city of Arequipa is one of the metropolis of higher economic, cultural and touristic importance inside the country.
Weather in Arequipa
Arequipa enjoys a temperate and dry climate year-round, with average temperatures ranging from 10°C to 25°C. Light clothing and a jacket for cool evenings are recommended.
Hotels in Arequipa
Restaurants in Arequipa
Chicha by Gastón Acurio
La Nueva Palomino
Tourist Attractions in Arequipa
Important Dates in Arequipa
August 15: Arequipa Anniversary, featuring parades, concerts, and fireworks.
Holy Week: Religious celebrations with traditional processions.
How to Get Around Arequipa
How to Get to Arequipa from Nazca by Bus
The bus journey from Nazca to Arequipa takes approximately 10 hours and covers a distance of 570 kilometers. Bus companies often offer semi-cama and cama services for greater comfort.
Gastronomy in Arequipa
Arequipa’s cuisine is renowned for its unique flavors. Typical dishes include:
Things to Buy in Arequipa
Alpaca garments: Sweaters, scarves, and blankets of excellent quality.
Arequipeña ceramics: Handcrafted souvenirs and utensils.
Bus Operators for the Nazca-Arequipa Route
Boarding Terminals in Nazca
Drop-Off Terminals in Arequipa
About Chivay
Chivay is a town within the Province of Caylloma, in the Department of Arequipa. Because it is located on the western slopes of the Cordillera de los Andes, in the upper part of the Colca Canyon, Chivay is located at 3635 m.s. It is a village of Spanish foundation from the time of the Viceroy Toledo, which served as a reduction of the original peoples in order to subdue and indoctrinate them to the Christian faith.