It is located in the southern Peru. Arequipa shows its cultural and natural diversity in its deep canyons
such as Cotahuasi and Colca, Its 3 volcanoes (surrounding the city) and its
baroque buildings. These are tourist attractions of this place. In
addition, it has wonderful beaches, inlets and snowy mountains, keeping intact
its historical, religious and ancestral legacy.
In its historical center, you can see
the Plaza de Armas, an imposing main square, the Neoclassical Cathedral
Basilica of the 17th century, which houses a museum exhibiting works of art and
religious objects. The Historical Center of Arequipa, was declared Cultural Heritage of Humanity by Unesco in 2000.
However, the adventurous activities that can be done in this amazing city are countless.
Rafting
One of the adventure sports that
Arequipa offers its visitors is canoeing or rafting, which can be practiced in
various places such as the Chili River, the Colca Canyon or the Cotahuasi.
Paragliding and Ala Delta in Arequipa
The experience of paragliding or hang
gliding becomes even deeper when you cross the Andean skies. Flying in Arequipa
takes a bit of work and it also requires a good physical condition. This
activity is for those athletes who like challenges. The unexpected turbulence
and changes in temperature will test the pilot's ability.
Rock climbing
Located very close to the city
center, and under the imposing Misti volcano, it offers routes such as Crazy
Chocho, a wall of 25 meters high and with a degree of difficulty of 5.9 C;
Faisan ,11 meters high and difficulty 5.10C; La Gerva, 25 meters and 5.10C;
Monito, 8 meters and 5.10C; Tango Central, 8 meters and 5.10A; and Tango Derecha,
8 meters and 5.9C, among others. Not far from the place you can also practice
climbing, in a route that crosses 5 waterfalls of different heighs, with ropes and rappelling techniques, ideal for a day full of adrenaline.
Arequipa
is a place for those who love adrenaline and extreme situations but it is
also a city of culture and architecture.