- Plaza de Armas - We can briefly know with the guide the history of the Arequipa Foundation, the construction of the cathedral and its facade.
- Iglesia de la Compania de Jesus - We will know the cloisters of the Company, Sillar-based constructions with artistic headdresses of the time.
- Tristan del Pozo (Continental Bank Exhibition Gallery) - We will know another of the Sillar constructions printed with colonial art from the city of Arequipa.
- Canteras de sillar Añashuayco - The quarries of Añashuayco, one of the 17 quarries in the city of Arequipa where the ashlar is still extracted, we will learn from the ancient techniques in addition to some carvings made for the benefit of the same stonecutters and workers of the ashlar. Here the income is paid 5 soles.
- Uchumayo - Here we can see a canyon formed of virgin pink ashlar, tracing the origin as the first quarries of ashlar emerged before being worked. A wonderful road called Culebrillas road due to the snake shape.
- Private Transport
- Professional Guide
- Ticket entrance to the place 10 soles or 4 dollars
- Optional tips to Sillar workers and the guide
This exclusive journey will let you explore the heart of the city while learning about its inception, delving into details of its establishment and understanding the city’s early relationship with the ashlar, a unique stone derived from volcanic tufo. Following this, a trip to the very quarries where these stones are manually extracted will be undertaken, boasting several carvings perfect for capturing unforgettable photos. The venture then proceeds to the pink ashlar-filled shingles canyon and the untouched ashlar canyon, providing more opportunities for memorable photography.
With a duration of 4 hours, this immersive tour will truly reveal the significance of Sillar in Arequipa and its indelible mark on the city’s history.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
