scenic viewpoint
El Misti
5,822-metre stratovolcano overlooking Arequipa, a constant landmark on the Panamericana and Colca approach roads.
39 km · about 45 min drive
Arequipa, Peru · South America
Tarucani sits on the route: 35 minutes from Ubinas, 39km from El Misti.
Tarucani is a town located in Arequipa, Peru. With a population of 296, it is an important destination in South America.
On a road trip, Tarucani 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 Tarucani to your route.
San Juan de Tarucani District (Aymara Tarujani, taruja deer, -ni a suffix, "the one with deer") is one of 29 districts of the province Arequipa in Peru.
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Tarucani is located in Arequipa, Peru, South America. The coordinates are -16.1835 latitude, -71.0616 longitude.
Tarucani has a population of approximately 296 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.
39 km · about 45 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.
56 km · about 65 min drive
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Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.
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