Embark on a Sillar Route Tour in Arequipa and witness the extraction, carving, and mega carving of the white volcanic stone that adorns the city. Explore beautiful landscapes and engage in interpretation workshops with skilled ashlar cutters.
Embark on a Sillar Route Tour in Arequipa and witness the extraction, carving, and mega carving of the white volcanic stone that adorns the city. Explore beautiful landscapes and engage in interpretation workshops with skilled ashlar cutters.
- Arequipa - The tour will begin with a stop at a central square or key location to admire the volcanoes and the Arequipeña countryside. Shortly after, the journey will continue to the Ruta del Sillar, where the main attractions are located.
- Canteras de Sillar - Situated in Cerro Colorado, the ashlar quarries give Arequipa its distinctive white…
- Arequipa - The tour will begin with a stop at a central square or key location to admire the volcanoes and the Arequipeña countryside. Shortly after, the journey will continue to the Ruta del Sillar, where the main attractions are located.
- Canteras de Sillar - Situated in Cerro Colorado, the ashlar quarries give Arequipa its distinctive white appearance. This area is renowned for providing the volcanic stone used in the architecture of the White City and also boasts some of the region’s most stunning natural landscapes. Visitors will learn about the extraction process and have the opportunity to appreciate various carvings.
Following the Sillar Route, visitors can witness the extraction, carving, and mega carving processes of sillar, a white stone prominent in Arequipa’s traditional architecture. The route is well-equipped with the necessary infrastructure and quality tourist services, making it one of the region’s top attractions. This is where all the artistic works based on Ashlar, created to date, are showcased. The journey by vehicle takes approximately 30 minutes to reach the main point and the same duration for the return trip.
- Quebrada de Culebrillas - This naturally formed canyon, composed of Pink Ashlar, is a true marvel of nature. Visitors will walk carefully to explore the origin of the ashlar formation. The trip to this point takes about 30 minutes each way from the Canteras de Añashuayco. Additionally, the walk through the ravine lasts around 25 minutes, offering breathtaking views of the pink ashlar along the way.
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Professional guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Professional guide
- Ticket and entrance to the place 12 soles per person.
- Ticket and entrance to the place 12 soles per person.
The sillar quarries that give the city of Arequipa its white hue are located here. Besides being famous for producing the raw material used in the architecture of the White City - volcanic stone, this place also boasts some of the most stunning and striking natural landscapes in the region.
The Ruta del Sillar affords the opportunity to witness the…
The sillar quarries that give the city of Arequipa its white hue are located here. Besides being famous for producing the raw material used in the architecture of the White City - volcanic stone, this place also boasts some of the most stunning and striking natural landscapes in the region.
The Ruta del Sillar affords the opportunity to witness the extraction, sculpting and colossal carving of sillar, a white stone which is characteristic of Arequipa’s traditional architecture. This route is well-equipped with quality tourist services and infrastructure, making it one of the region’s prime attractions. Interpretation workshops are among the key activities you can partake in, featuring the presence of sillar cutters.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
