Countryside & Nature Reserves
Explore the wild landscapes around the city: the Sabandía colonial mill, the white-stone quarries of the Sillar Route with their petroglyphs, and the high-altitude Salinas y Aguada Blanca reserve, home to wild vicuñas, flamingos and lagoons beneath the volcanoes. A scenic escape into Arequipa’s dramatic surroundings.
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Countryside & Reserves in Arequipa — FAQ
What is the Sillar Route in Arequipa?
The Sillar Route visits the quarries where Arequipa’s white volcanic building stone is cut, with carved canyon walls and the Culebrillas petroglyphs, showing where the White City’s sillar comes from.
What wildlife can you see near Arequipa?
The Salinas y Aguada Blanca National Reserve, on the way to Colca, is home to wild vicuñas, flamingos, lagoons and Andean wildlife at high altitude.
Is the Arequipa countryside worth exploring?
Yes — the Sabandía mill, Sillar Route and Salinas reserve reveal the volcanic landscapes, wildlife and traditions around the White City.