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The southern city of Arequipa, the second largest in Peru, might be the most handsome in the country. Founded in 1540, it retains an elegant historic center constructed almost entirely of sillar (a porous, white volcanic stone), which gives the city its distinctive look and the nickname la ciudad blanca, or "the white city." Colonial churches, mansions, a splendid Plaza de Armas and the sumptuous 16th-century Santa Catalina convent gleam beneath palm trees and a brilliant sun. Ringing the city, in full view, are three delightfully named snowcapped volcanic peaks: El Misti, Chachani, and Pichu Pichu, all of which hover around 6,000m (20,000 ft.). And to be observed in a small museum is an astounding local discovery, a perfectly preserved Inca maiden sacrificed more than 500 years ago. Read More

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Arequipa Rodriguez Ballon Airport 4.0 map
Arica Chacalluta Airport 166.1 map
Cuzco Velazco Astete Airport 200.3 map


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La Posada del Puente

Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms: 1
Sleeps: 2
Amenities: Air Conditioning, Cable/Satellite TV, Full kitchen, Laundry, Phone, Wireless Internet Access
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18 Bedroom VACATION HOME in AREQUIPA, PERU

Bedrooms: 18
Sleeps: 36
Amenities: BBQ, Cable/Satellite TV, Internet Access, Microwave, Phone, Refrigerator, TV
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18 Bedroom VACATION HOME in AREQUIPA, PERU

Bedrooms: 18
Sleeps: 36
Amenities: BBQ, Cable/Satellite TV, Internet Access, Microwave, Phone, Refrigerator, TV

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