If there is one city in Peru that is the most beautiful, Arequipa will probably appear in the answer of many people who have visited it.
The city is relatively niche for foreign visitors, not as modern and powerful as the capital, Lima, nor as historic as Cusco. So quiet and gentle, slowly blooming their own charm. At that time, also on the recommendation of friends, the author spent the weekend to experience the city. Since then has been obsessed with, keep in the travel two brush list.
Arequipa is surrounded by volcanoes that, in good weather, are said to be visible from the height of the city, so the dry season should be the best time to visit. The city is known as the White City because it is built almost entirely of volcanic white stone, a unique building material that gives the city its distinctive character and is estimated to be very transparent and bright on a good day.
How beautiful in the dry season, do not understand, must be extraordinary charm. When I went there in the rainy season in March, I was impressed even though it was rainy for several days. The wetness that permeates the walls and the subtle raindrops that fill the sky seem to blur the boundaries of time and space and open up the corridor of years. The band performing on the corner street, melodious and graceful notes, bring the town with a prose poetic rhythm, there is a neat and dynamic beauty. In addition to the architecture, I think the charm of this city also lies in the leisure and relaxation of the local residents, as well as the simplicity and enthusiasm for life. In the dense heat of food, a vivid picture full of human touch unfolds slowly.
Check the season in advance, maybe the dry season is more appropriate. The Convent of SAN Catrina is a must see, the Peruvians take paint color combinations to the extreme. Gourmet restaurant Picanteria, equivalent to the fly restaurant type, sample the local specialty stews. Local main church, wearing shorts is not allowed, please pay attention to dress. A good camera spot around the Arms Square is the rooftop of Arequipa Suites Plaza Hotel, which can be explored.
