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Arequipa and the Colca Canyon Things to See and Do
Most people travel here to the Colca Canyon looking to spot the majestic condor at the aptly named La Cruz del Cóndor. However this canyon has much more to offer: in addition to the spectacular scenery at the Valley of the Volcanoes, there are countless adventure opportunities including trekking, horseback riding, kayaking and whitewater rafting. Stay at any of the little towns surrounding the canyon and you will find interesting local activities, including the hot springs at Chivay, one of
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Most people travel here to the Colca Canyon looking to spot the majestic condor at the aptly named La Cruz del Cóndor. However this canyon has much more to offer: in addition to the spectacular scenery at the Valley of the Volcanoes, there are countless adventure opportunities including trekking, horseback riding, kayaking and whitewater rafting. Stay at any of the little towns surrounding the canyon and you will find interesting local activities, including the hot springs at Chivay, one of the oldest churches in Peru in Coporaque and the Toro Muerto Petroglyphs.
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Templo de Coporaque
Templo de Coporaque is the oldest church in the Colca Canyon area, built in 1569 and is still in use today. While many of the other churches in the area fell victim to the numerous earthquakes over the years, the church here survived relatively unscathed. The church has a white brick façade,...
Templo de Coporaque is the oldest church in the Colca Canyon area, built in 1569 and is still in use today. While many of the other churches in the area fell victim to the numerous earthquakes over the years, the church here survived relatively unscathed. The church has a white brick façade,...
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Coporaque, Peru
Coporaque, Peru
El Templo de Santiago Apóstol de Coporaque
Built in 1569, Templo de Coporaque is the oldest church in the Colca Canyon area and is still in use today. While many of the other churches in the area fell victim to the numerous earthquakes over the years, the church here has survived relatively unscathed. The church’s white brick exterior is...
Built in 1569, Templo de Coporaque is the oldest church in the Colca Canyon area and is still in use today. While many of the other churches in the area fell victim to the numerous earthquakes over the years, the church here has survived relatively unscathed. The church’s white brick exterior is...
Historical Building
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Peru
Mirador de los Andes
The Mirador de Los Andes (“Andes Lookout”), also known as the Patapampa Pass, is a breathtaking lookout point between Arequipa and Chivay. Most tours will stop here for a little while to allow visitors to stretch their legs and take some photos of the mountains. At 4,850 meters (about 16,000...
The Mirador de Los Andes (“Andes Lookout”), also known as the Patapampa Pass, is a breathtaking lookout point between Arequipa and Chivay. Most tours will stop here for a little while to allow visitors to stretch their legs and take some photos of the mountains. At 4,850 meters (about 16,000...
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Things to See and Do in Cabanaconde
Aside from Condor viewing at the Cruz del Cóndor, Cabanaconde is a kick off point for many interesting and scenic hikes into the Colca Canyon. Two favorites treks are: to the Sangalle Oasis, which can be done in one day or over a more leisurely two days, including camping at the oasis; and a...
Aside from Condor viewing at the Cruz del Cóndor, Cabanaconde is a kick off point for many interesting and scenic hikes into the Colca Canyon. Two favorites treks are: to the Sangalle Oasis, which can be done in one day or over a more leisurely two days, including camping at the oasis; and a...
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Peru
Peru
Valley of the Volcanoes
Characterized by an unearthly, ostensibly endless lava field dominated by the majestic snow-capped peaks of Coropuna and Escribano, the Valley of the Volcanoes is a spectacular museum of natural wonder. This small valley, nestled between the geological giants of Colca and Cotahuasi, is home to more...
Characterized by an unearthly, ostensibly endless lava field dominated by the majestic snow-capped peaks of Coropuna and Escribano, the Valley of the Volcanoes is a spectacular museum of natural wonder. This small valley, nestled between the geological giants of Colca and Cotahuasi, is home to more...
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