Explore the Sillar Route: Discover artisan techniques, witness ashlar extraction, and enjoy a scenic walk through the shingles canyon. Uncover Arequipa’s white city secrets.
Explore the Sillar Route: Discover artisan techniques, witness ashlar extraction, and enjoy a scenic walk through the shingles canyon. Uncover Arequipa’s white city secrets.
- Plaza de Yanahuara - We will visit to observe the volcano Misti , colonial architecture, the portals of Yanahuara photographs.
- Canteras de Sillar Añashuayco - Accompanied by our guide we will visit the quarries of Sillar are ignimbrite stone walls which solidified , which local artisans began mining and which were used for the construction of…
- Plaza de Yanahuara - We will visit to observe the volcano Misti , colonial architecture, the portals of Yanahuara photographs.
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Canteras de Sillar Añashuayco - Accompanied by our guide we will visit the quarries of Sillar are ignimbrite stone walls which solidified , which local artisans began mining and which were used for the construction of historic buildings and monuments of the white city Arequipa also known as this name.
Currently local artisans raised different figures dedicated to the history of the city and which has become a very important attraction for their visit. - Quebrada de Culebrillas - In this place with the company of our Guide we can take a 25 minute walk to observe the ashlar in its purest and most natural state and we also find petroglyphs of rock painting and other archaeological remains.

- Entrance fees
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Entrance fees
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Bottled water
- Bottled water
The Sillar Route offers a guided tour to explore the history of the “White City,” named for its distinctive white ashlar stone. Visitors can engage with local artisans, witnessing the traditional extraction of ashlar and the intricate carving process used to create blocks for constructing the city’s houses and buildings. Additionally, a leisurely walk…
The Sillar Route offers a guided tour to explore the history of the “White City,” named for its distinctive white ashlar stone. Visitors can engage with local artisans, witnessing the traditional extraction of ashlar and the intricate carving process used to create blocks for constructing the city’s houses and buildings. Additionally, a leisurely walk through the Shingles Canyon provides a pleasant experience. This tour stands out by including visits to artisan workshops, where participants can learn the techniques of carving volcanic rock ashlar.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.