Pillones Enjoy Nature in Arequipa

Arequipa is not only it’s ashlar buildings or the excellent gastronomy. Take the advantage of your trip to the White City and discover an alternative destination: Pillones waterfalls, at 4600 m.a.s.l.

For seeing this natural spectacle you must go to the district of San Antonio de Chuca, in the Arequipa, Caylloma, in the 154 kilometer of the Arequipa-Puno road. From this point you must do a 30-minute walk to the left side towards the river. The entrance to the place is S / 2.

Enjoy and relax with the Sounds of Nature’s Symphony at Pillones falls

The best option to reach Pillones with total security is to take a tour from Arequipa. The price includes transfers and an english speaking guide. Remember to go with warm clothes and trekking shoes. In your backpack you can not miss a bottle of water and snacks for the road.

The tour is complemented by a visit to the Imata stone forest. You will spend a nice time in this hidden wonder, you will realize that all efforts were worth it.

When to go?

You can visit this attraction at any time of the year; However, you should consider that during the rainy season (January to March) you can see more water. Do not wait anymore and book a Pillones waterfall tour.

Amazon River a Top Distinction in The world

The Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism of Peru (Mincetur) granted, officially, Hierarchy 4 to the Amazon River, the highest distinction that has a tourist resource in the world and that, in Peru, is only owned by Machu Picchu and the Nazca Lines .

The Minister of Foreign Trade and Tourism, Edgar Vásquez, gave this recognition to the regional governor of Loreto, Elisbán Ochoa, in an act where local authorities and businessmen from the sector were also present.

The head of the Mincetur said that Hierarchy 4 places the Amazon River as a tourist resource of national importance, of great significance for the international tourism market and capable of motivating, on its own, a large flow of visitors.

“With this designation, the Mincetur will define strategies and prioritize actions to develop the tourism potential of the Amazon River and its surroundings. This, in the framework of the execution of the Regional Strategic Tourism Plan (PERTUR) Loreto, ”said the minister.

In that sense, he said that during the year, tourist signaling work will be carried out in the Monumental Zone of Iquitos and, it is expected, the validation of the project “Improvement of the tourist services of the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve”, one of the most representative tourist attractions of the jungle region.

“The Mincetur will invest more than S / 12 million to improve the tourist infrastructure of the Yanayacu-Pucate river basin, the sector most visited by tourists in Pacaya Samiria. This work will begin in 2021 and through the National Copesco Plan, ”he said.

The badge granted to the Amazon River is the result of an evaluation made by the Mincetur, through the Vice Ministry of Tourism, together with representatives of the National Service of Natural Areas Protected by the State (SERNANP), the National Water Authority (ANA), the National Chamber of Tourism (CANATUR) and the Peruvian Association of Travel and Tourism Agencies (APAVIT).

Q’eswachaka The Last Inca Bridge

Located at three hours driving from Cusco (Peru) the Q’eswachaka bridge, which crosses the Apurimac River, has become an important tourist attraction that has gained fame among travelers. The reason: it is the last suspension bridge of the Inca culture, so crossing it is a unique experience for any tourist.

Queshuachaca (possibly from Quechua q’iswa a rope of twisted dried maguey or ichhu, chaka bridge, “rope bridge”, consisting of ropes made of grass and spanning the Apurimac River near Huinchiri, in Quehue District, Canas Province, Peru, is the last remaining Inca rope bridge

Located in the district of Quehue, in the Cusco province of Canas, this impressive bridge made of vegetable fiber (ichu) was part of the Inca Trail. Its validity is approximately 600 years.

At 50 meters high, the 28 meters long and 1.20 wide of the Q’eswachaka are a challenge for tourists. Therefore, every year in June, such construction is renewed by the local communities of Winch’iri, Chaupibanda, Ccollana Quehue and Perccaro. It is a ritual that lasts three days.

Andean Condor National Bird of Peru

The Andean Condor National Bird of Peru (Vultur gryphus) is known as the largest flying bird on the planet, this is a Western South American bird and could be found in the Andes. The Andean condor is the largest flying bird in the world by combined measurement of weight and wingspan.

The Vultur Gryphus is a national symbol of Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru and plays an important role in the folklore and mythology of the Andean regions.

The Andean condor can easily live up to 85 years, therefore it is called the “eternal bird” and is characterized by being sedentary and monogamous. It can measure up to 1.30 meters tall, 3.30 meters wide and its maximum weight is 12 kg.

The adult plumage is black, with the exception of a frill of white feathers nearly surrounding the base of the neck especially in the male.

The head and neck are red to blackish-red and have few feathers. In the male, the head is crowned with a dark red caruncle or comb, while the skin of his neck lies in folds. Juveniles have a grayish-brown general coloration, blackish head and neck skin.

The Colca Canyon in Arequipa, Peru is one of the sites, recognized worldwide, as the condor’s habitat where you can observe the flight of this bird.

The Andean Condor and The Incas of Peru

In Andean mythology, the Andean condor was associated with the Inti or sun deity. This bird is considered a symbol of power and health. In some Peruvian bullfighting, a condor is tied to the back of a bull, where it pecks at the animal as bullfighters fight it.

The condor generally survives and is set free.

This ceremony is called Yawar Fiesta which is a symbolic representation of the power of the Andean peoples (the condor) over the Spanish (the bull).

The Best Places for Watching Condors in Peru

These extraordinary birds can live in very high areas with mountainous regions. Among these places are the Colca Canyon in Arequipa, the Moyobamba canyon in Ayacucho or in Chonta, located in Cusco.

Many condors have also been sighted in coastal areas, near the sea. Outside of Peru, they can be found throughout the Andes, from Colombia to Chile.

They can be seen in areas of Argentina, Ecuador and much of Bolivia.

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Differences between the llamas vs alpacas:

Ears: An alpaca has straight, pointed ears. A llama on the other hand has banana shaped ears.
Wool: Llamas have no wool, rather hair that protects but is not appropriate for a sweater or scarf. Alpacas are bred purely for their luxurious wool which is one of the finest in the world.
Face: The face of an alpaca is a lot fuzzier and woollier than a llamas face. A llamas face is also longer while an alpaca’s face is a bit more blunt.
Size: The llama is a lot bigger while alpacas are a lot lighter. The llama can have a height of more than 110 cm, alpacas are generally not much taller than 90 cm.
Purpose: Llamas are known as the “Ship of the Andes”. Their back is very suitable to carry heavy weights for long distances. Alpacas on the other hand, are all wool.
Personality: Alpacas are very gentle and shy while llamas are very confident and brave animals.
Strength: Alpacas can’t protect themselves and need protection. Llamas on the other hand can and will protect themselves.
Character: Alpacas are very intelligent and can learn tricks. Llamas seem to be too confident/proud and arrogant.
Like minded: Alpacas are 100% herd animals and need tot be in a group to survive while llamas are more independent.
Llamas are known for spitting quickly when they feel threatened, whereas alpacas are much more gentle and just spit as their last resort when they’re really angry or scared.

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