El Misti

— You cannot imagine our joy upon arriving in Arequipa back in 2015. We had spent three full days in Lima, Peru, previously, and by now we were looking forward to blue skies and open spaces away from large cities. … Read More

Church of the Company

— The Church of the Company (La Iglesia de la Compañía) is a Peruvian baroque treasure in the mestizo architectural style in the city of Arequipa. The church is also known as the church of the Jesuits. After the 1698 … Read More

Yanahuara Scenic Overlook

— Three years ago today, we were visiting the beautiful Peruvian city of Arequipa, known as the White City because several of its buildings are made with sillar, a white volcanic stone very common in the area. Located at an … Read More

Monasterio de Santa Catalina

— Built in 1579, the Monastery of St. Catherine is a monastery of nuns of the Dominican Second Order located just a few blocks from the main plaza in Arequipa. Once you enter the monastery, its vivid colors (deep blues … Read More