Sillar route in Arequipa (Half day)
Private service $143
Half Day
Embark on the Sillar Route tour in Arequipa, where you'll explore the fascinating quarries where the iconic white volcanic stone, sillar, is extracted. Discover how this stone has shaped the city's stunning colonial architecture, and watch skilled artisans at work as they carve intricate designs into the sillar. The tour offers a unique glimpse into the history and craftsmanship behind Arequipa's nickname, The White City.
• Visit the Sillar Quarries: Explore the historic quarries where the white volcanic stone is extracted.
• Learn About Sillar Extraction: Discover the traditional methods used to extract and process the stone.
• See Artisans at Work: Watch skilled craftsmen carve intricate designs into sillar blocks.
• Explore Natural Formations: Admire the stunning natural rock formations created by volcanic activity.
• Understand Arequipa's Architecture: Learn how sillar has shaped the iconic buildings of Arequipa.
For your tour of Arequipa, the tourist route takes place in the district
of Cerro Colorado, less than an hour from the city of Arequipa. Visitors
will be able to see up close how the ashlar is worked. Your trip to
Arequipa cannot be complete without a visit to its sillar quarries. The
tourist route takes place in the district of Cerro Colorado, 14
kilometers northeast of Arequipa (45 minutes by car). During the
journey, you will not only have the opportunity to see how the main
architectural material of the 'White City' is worked, but you will also
appreciate impressive natural landscapes. Allows visitors to see the
quarries of Añashuayco,Cutters and Shingles. The tour takes 4 hours.
Although there is no recommended age to be part of the Ruta del Sillar ;
It should be taken into account that there are continuous walks of up to
40 minutes to tour the quarries. In the Añashuayco quarry , for example,
you will be able to see small sculptures, shields and many more pieces
worked in ashlar. You will also see up close how the large stone blocks
are extracted. The experience is complemented with a demonstration of
cutting and carving a block of ashlar. This activity can also be done by
tourists. Another stop is Culebrillas. Tourists will take a walk inside
the ravine and will appreciate petroglyphs engraved on the cliffs. It is
recommended that you wear sportswear, comfortable shoes and sunglasses
for trekking.
Meals: No Meals
• Sunscreen.
• omfortable Walking Shoes.
• Light Jacket.
• Hat and Sunglasses.
• Water.
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