parade in main plaza in Arequipa

Exploring Arequipa

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November 29th 2009
This morning we were up early again. The sun rises so early here (i.e. 5 a.m.!) and it gets so bright, it is hard not to be up early. Our room also feels like a sauna, even with the windows open for some breeze. After breakfast, I found a 24 hour laundry place that would do our bags of laundry for only 15 soles each and they would be ready by 7 in the evening. Our hotel charges almost the same ... read more

South America » Peru » Arequipa

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Ancient Peru was the seat of several prominent Andean civilizations, most notably that of the Incas whose empire was captured by the Spanish conquistadors in 1533. Peruvian independence was declared in 1821, and remaining Spanish forces defeated in 1... ... read more