One of the most picturesque cities in Peru is the province of Arequipa. Also called "White City", ArequipaIt is a traditionalist town, where its people live day to day with great religious ceremoniality, foods with intense flavors and typical manners of this southern town.
The average Arequipa lives in love with their homeland. Very proud of their buildings and the warmth of their people, they are people who love good food, patron saint festivities at least once a month, and, of great courage shown throughout all the historical events of combats and battles that it has had to put up with this area of Peru.
Among his most salient customs are certainly the religious ceremoniesAfter all, the whole of Peru has had a very strong Spanish influence for many years and hence the figure of the Catholic Church is so important in many ways.
Visiting its streets one can know a little more about its people and customs. For example the chicherías, romantic and peculiar places of natural Arequipa are the typical restaurants of the area, where the tourist can order a delicious spicy dish or a good glass of fermented chicha.
Its most important parties and celebrations are:
Bullfights: a remembrance of his Spanish passion.
The Anniversary of Arequipa between August 14 and 15 it arrives with serenades and cultural activities.
The feast of the Virgin of Chapi: The most important cult in this area of Peru. The sanctuary of the Virgin is located 45 kilometers from the city of Arequipa
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