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Tours to Arequipa would take you one of the most fascinating and picturesque cities of Peru. Set an altitude of 2,230 meters (7,314 ft) above sea level, and surrounded by three spectacular volcanoes- Chachani (6,075m), El Misti (5,820m), and Huaynaputina (4,850 m)- Arequipa is known for its amazing natural wonders, beautiful colonial architecture, and exceptionally pleasant weather. Arequipa is popularly referred to as the ‘White City,' as most of colonial structures here were built of white volcanic rock (ashlar). Arequipa is also the second largest city of Peru. The city boasts many luxurious hotels, restaurants, casinos, and nightclubs, providing tourists the opportunity to have a memorable vacation.
Arequipa offers its visitors endless choice of things to see and do. On tours to Arequipa, you'll enjoy amazing natural wonders, as well as Spanish colonial churches, convents, museums and much more. Hike to the beautiful El Misti and Chachani volcanoes to enjoy spectacular mountain scenery. Among must see tourists attractions on Arequipa tours include the 16 th century Santa Catalina Convent , La Recoleta, Casa del Moral (House of the Mulberry Tree), Casa de la Moneda (the former mint), and the amazing Museo Santuario de las Alturas , which contains a frozen Inca mummy child sacrifice. UNESCO has declared Arequipa a World Heritage Site in 2000.
In addition, there are several interesting tourist attractions in the vicinity of Arequipa. You can take a guided tour to the nearby Colca Canyon (3,500 m/11,500 ft) - one of the deepest canyons in the world. Other nearby tourist attractions from Arequipa include the Mejia Lagoons National Sanctuary, Pampa Canahuas, Aguada Blanca Dam, and hot springs of Yunque, Chivay, Callalli, La Calera, Huancarama, Yura and Jesus. Travour offers you information on flights, hotels, and tourist attractions of Arequipa and other major destinations in Peru. So what are you waiting for? Go ahead and book an exciting tour to Arequipa with Travour right now.
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