Arequipa (The White City)
Colca Canyon Misti Volcano
The city of Arequipa is the starting point for a number of ascents of variable difficulty. All are characterized by a rare combination of breath-taking landscapes, easy access, and a significant cultural element. Four hours from Arequipa, the Colca Valley features stunning mountains which have also become popular among mountain climbers.
The discovery of an Incan mummy, who researchers named Juanita, in the summits of the volcano Misti, in Arequipa, confirmed that the Incas chose to honor their gods with human sacrifices.