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Carhuaz takes its name from the Quechua word for “yellow,” in reference to the abundant and native retama flower that grows in the region. The year-long, spring-like climate makes it a delectable place to visit. It is also an ideal location for growing not only wheat and artichokes, but also typical Andean produce such as potatoes, quinoa and pomelo (a special green grapefruit), all of which is exported globally. This city sits an altitude of 2,650 meters (8,692 ft), and gets a bit chilly

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Carhuaz takes its name from the Quechua word for “yellow,” in reference to the abundant and native retama flower that grows in the region. The year-long, spring-like climate makes it a delectable place to visit. It is also an ideal location for growing not only wheat and artichokes, but also typical Andean produce such as potatoes, quinoa and pomelo (a special green grapefruit), all of which is exported globally.
This city sits an altitude of 2,650 meters (8,692 ft), and gets a bit chilly during the night, but is pleasantly dry and sunny throughout the day. Carhuaz is smaller, quieter and cleaner than Huaraz, though it has few tour operators and travel agencies. It has a charming main square and a curious abundance of ice cream shops, all featuring creative homemade flavors such as, believe it or not, beer.
Actual beer and various spirits flow freely during this city’s main festival, the Virgen de la Merced celebration in September, inspired by a purported miracle. In 1745, travelers on their way to Caraz, carrying a box containing an image of the Virgin, decided to rest for one night in Carhuaz. The next morning they attempted to lift the box, but it mysteriously refused to budge; this was interpreted as a holy memorandum on behalf of the Mother of God: Carhuaz—not Caraz—was to be their designated destination. The resultant annual carnival features processions, pyrotechnics, dancing and other diversions. Other points of interest are the thermal springs, Baños de la Merced, and the Sunday bazaar, a colorful experience featuring indigenous cuisine and crafts.


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