The Sillar Quarries

Las Canteras de Añashuayco is a natural tourist attraction located northwest of the city of Arequipa. They are also known as the "Sillar Quarries". It is located in a ravine that extends for more than 18 kilometers. It is born at the foot of Chachani, one of the most important volcanoes of the famous White City, next to the Chili River.

The ancient architecture of Arequipa is known to be one of the most beautiful in Peru. As we mentioned, the sillar of quarries is the material with which most of its buildings have been built since 500 years ago.