Peru May 2004
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CHURÍN
Churín is a spa town about 7 hrs by bus from Lima in the foothills of the
Andes.
It is a thriving town aimed more at Peruvian tourists than at 'gringos'.
Two hours soaking in the sulphorous waters is alleged to cure almost
anything.
Less curative but more attractive swimming hole. Water is at 'warm bath'
temperature.
This warm waterfall is called "El Velo de la Novia" (the Bride's
veil). Better when not windy.
Early morning in Churín market.
Market
Market
Main square
400 yr old church near Churín, with modern roof and extensions.
AREQUIPA
Arequipa - Plaza Mayor
Gateway in Arequipa
Church in Arequipa
Plaza Mayor in Arequipa
Anthony in Plaza Mayor, Arequipa
Arequipa Market
Detail on wall, Arequipa
Santa Catalina Monastery, Arequipa
Santa Catalina Monastery, Arequipa
Santa Catalina Monastery, Arequipa
Santa Catalina Monastery, Arequipa
"Lavandería" (laundry area) at Santa Catalina Monastery, Arequipa
Vicuñas 'grazing' by the road from Arequipa to Colca
Anthony at Patapampa, about 15,700 feet above sea level.
Chivay, at the head of the Colca Canyon.
Plaza Mayor in Chivay.
Tourist stop on route to Cruz del Condor.
Viewing area at Cruz del Condor. We did see some condors but very distant
that day.
LIMA
Plaza Mayor (Plaza de Armas) in Lima
Palace next to Cathedral
Lima Cathedral. The ochre colour had been painted over with grey by November
2004.
Devils in their rightful place at the rear of a religious procession.
Pavilion in one of the parks, left over from an Exhibition.
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