AREQUIPA
The
city's name comes from
the Quechua phrase
“Ariquipay ” witch
means “ Yes, stay ”
it's not just by
chance however that it's name has held true throughout time;
in the city streets, in it's “ sillar ”
walls and in the attitude of its people you feel a peculiar
energy, strange impulse, inviting you to stay on in the city.
Arequipa is one of the most beautiful places in South America. We have a temperate climate throughout the year and one can always appreciate its eternal blue skies. Thanks to her rural surroundings, Arequipa has pure mountain air. On the skirts of the western range of the Andes, at the foot of the Misti, Chachani and Pichu Pichu volcanos.
LOCATION
Arequipa is located
in the south of Peru at 2, 363 meters above sea level. It expands over 63,
345 kilometers and has a population of approximately 999, 000 habitants.
Arequipa is bordered by Moquegua to the south; Cuzco to the east; Puno to the southeast; Apurimac to the northeast; Ayacucho to the north and Ica to the northeast. This area is accessible by air, land and rail and has modern facilities to provide the traveler all the comforts of up to date conveniences.
CLIMATE
Arequipa has an
average climate of 21ºC during the day. The air is hot and dry. The
temperature drops at night to an average of 10ºC. In winter between June
and July the temperature goes down to approximately 7ºC. There is
moderate rainfall between January and March, but the sun shines almost
every day of the year
FOOD AND DRINK
Arequipan food is internationally known for its immense variety of dishes and its exquisite flavor, especially Rocoto Relleno (stuffed peppers) and Adobo (pickled pork soup) amongst other traditional spicy dishes.
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CULTURE
While being a
conventional city, Arequipa preserves its culture and traditions. In
particular, one will see the typical clothing of the surrounding towns as
well as local music, handicrafts and folklore.
Currently the City
hosts numerous international events, such as the Mining Conventions, the
Wool (Alpaca) Industry tradeshows, and many industrial showcases
