Plaza de Armas Arequipa

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JF27+F69, Arequipa 04001, Peru

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+51 54 211021

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Website

muniarequipa.gob.pe

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It is a beautiful plaza with the basilica on one side and several colonial balconies on the other 3 sides. Many restaurants and cafés on the balconies offer great views of the park. The one problem with this place are the touts that keep offering tour and food services. They frequently cut tourists off their path. Most will stop insisting politely with a refusal, but every so on they get annoyed when we say no and they block our way purposely. At some point it gets seriously tiring to have to say "no" every 20 meters, so we end up being a lot firmer and louder which some won't take well. This ruins the experience since we cannot simply just take a walk without being bothered.

Renzo LinaresRenzo Linares

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The plaza is simply magical. The stonework and architecture inspire wonder. It’s easy to see why it has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage site. The white volcanic rock creates for a unique look throughout the plaza and surrounding area. Walking through, you will find locals and tourists relaxing and enjoying the area. There is a lovely fountain, palms and colorful plants, and benches throughout Visiting inside the cathedral is a must. They have some restrictions on dress - so make sure to wear conservative clothing. A guy in front of us tried to pull his shorts lower and cover his shoulders but it wasn’t enough to get in. Plan ahead and you will be fine.

Chad WarnerChad Warner

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This is the main square in Arequipa, and is surrounded on three sides by arched walk ways backed by shops, restaurants and hotels, as well as the main civic building. On the 4th side is the cities main cathedral. Within the square are pathways, a pond with fountain, and many many benches where we sat and eat our lunch and watched the world go by, as do many of the local people. Find a bench in the shade ( the sun is very strong here) and away you go. Evenings are just as popular but dress up warm. Excellent, and highly recommended 😃

Eric DelamereEric Delamere

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Not only is this a beautiful central square with plenty of Spanish colonial architecture, the Cathedral on one side and lovely arcades (covered walkways), but it is also extremely safe at every time of day and night. During the day it is abuzz with activity with stores, bars, restaurants and tour agencies, while in the wee hours of the night it becomes the meeting point for all tourist tours leaving Arequipa for the surrounding destination, so it is never completely empty and there is local police (Serenazgo) at all times.

Niccolo' BertoldiNiccolo' Bertoldi

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The Plaza de Armas for Arequipa was a wonderful place to people watch and see the interactions of ages and people groups, whether talking religion, waiting for transportation, or enjoying the beauty of the plaza.This is a wonderful place to hangout in Arequipa and watch the world go by. Very little pestering by locals (compared to Cusco) and lots of space to sit and enjoy the vibes of the City. The surrounding streets have shopping, restaurants and sights galore. It's a great place to start your sightseeing from.

Aladar KuunAladar Kuun

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Atequipa, ciudad blanca y su hermosa plaza de armas, ubicada en pleno centro de la ciudad. Es uno de los principales lugares turísticos que ningún turista debería perderse. A su alrededor se encuentra la imponente catedral y también están las iglesias de la compañía de Jesús y la iglesia de Nuestra señora de La Merced. Esta bordeada por los famosos portales de granito donde hay restaurantes, café y tiendas comerciales tanto en el primer y segundo piso. Desde ese segundo piso tienes una vista maravillosa. En el centro de la plaza se encuentra una pileta de un duende tocando una trompeta. Hay varios adultos mayores fotógrafos con identificados por unos chalecos. Son autorizados por la Municipalidad y pueden imprimir unas fotografías del lugar, actualmente te dan 3 fotos impresas por 12 soles. Una oportunidad para apoyar con el trabajo digno de estas personas y llevarse un bello recuerdo de Arequipa, que es considerada Patrimonio de la Humabidad por la Unesco. Una recomendación es que prueben el queso helado, su postre tradicional, también considerada como uno de los postres más ricos del mundo. También puedes saborear un delicioso café a sus alrededores, recomiendo el café Valenzuela y su rico capuchino. Porsupuesto debes de probar el adobo Arequipeño con su pan tres puntas, la tortilla de camarón o el chupe de camarón, el caldo blanco, etc. Amerita volver y recorrer su tantos otros lugares turísticos y su gastronomía, pero hoy solo les hablo de la plaza desde una experiencia y apreciación muy personal.

Blanca ValenzuelaBlanca Valenzuela

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