Añashuayco Quarries and Sillar Route Tour from Arequipa

Explore the fascinating Ruta del Sillar, one of Arequipa’s most iconic trails, where history, geology and tradition meet. You will start the tour towards the quarries of Añashuayco and Culebrillas, located on the outskirts of the city. In Añashuayco you will meet the master stonemasons who, with ancient techniques, carve the ashlar — the volcanic white stone with which much of the Historic Center of Arequipa was built. Watch monumental sculptures, learn about their extraction process and take amazing photographs. Then visit Culebrillas Gorge, a narrow canyon of natural formations and pre-Hispanic petroglyphs. Enjoy an environment full of history, culture and unique landscapes under the guidance of local experts. Includes tourist transport, bilingual guide and entrance fees. An unforgettable experience to discover the origin and essence of the “White City” of Arequipa.