scenic viewpoint
El Misti
5,822-metre stratovolcano overlooking Arequipa, a constant landmark on the Panamericana and Colca approach roads.
35 km · about 40 min drive
Arequipa, Peru · South America
Pucara sits on the route: 25 minutes from Huarancante, 35km from El Misti.
Pucara is a town located in Arequipa, Peru. With a population of 4,335, it is an important destination in South America.
On a road trip, Pucara sits in Peru, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Lima time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Pucara to your route.
Waqullani (Aymara waqulla pitcher, jug, -ni a suffix to indicate ownership, "the one with a jug", Hispanicized spelling Huacullani) is a mountain in the Andes of Peru, about 5,290.1 metres (17,356 ft) high. It is situated in the Arequipa Region, Arequipa Province, Yura District, at the border with the CayllomaRead more
Province, Yanque District.
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Pucara is located in Arequipa, Peru, South America. The coordinates are -15.9799 latitude, -71.4599 longitude.
Pucara has a population of approximately 4,335 people, making it a town in Peru.
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2 notable places within an hour's drive.
scenic viewpoint
5,822-metre stratovolcano overlooking Arequipa, a constant landmark on the Panamericana and Colca approach roads.
35 km · about 40 min drive
museum
A city of white volcanic stone housing a 20,000-square-meter monastery that is essentially a city within a city, with colorful streets and cloisters.
47 km · about 55 min drive
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Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.
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