Tourist brochure of Moquegua

(01)574-8000

Pisco Route It allows tourist to visit current and colonial era wineries which are part of the Pisco Route. They are the best wine and pisco production reserves in the area.

iperu@promperu.gob.pe

<Festivities Omate Easter Cerro Baúl

Ilo’s beach tour

This tour includes visits to the National Reserve of Punta Coles where there is vast variety of marine fauna and beaches such as Pozo de Lizas, Puerto Inglés, and Boca del Rio in the south part, and Pocoma, Piedras Negras, Platanales, Jaboncillo, and Wawakiki in the north part.

<Folklore Among the most representative folklore expressions of Moquegua are the following dances: La Palomita or Ccuño, Tinka de Vacas, Los Negritos, La Pandilla, Marinera, Los Arrieros de Matalaque, La Cacharpaya, La Choquela, Relimpio de Acequias, Sarawja, and Danza Pules.

Handicraft They excel in making sweaters, waist straps, vests, and other items using alpaca and sheep fiber. In the Andean zone of Moqueguar are created copper embossed art pieces and loom-woven dolls, while in Ilo, there are marine craft pieces. The unionized artisans sell their products in the stands at the Bus Terminal in Moquegua (Av. Manuel C. de la Torre 420), the fairs, and festivals.

Gastronomy Among the outstanding typical dishes are:

Cuy frito (Fried guinea pig): unlike other ways of guinea pig cooking, it turns crispy after being fried and it is served with boiled potatoes and tomato, onion and spearmint.

Cacharrada: It is made with beef giblets including the preparation of 7 dishes: heart, anchuras, gizzards, veins, liver, criadilla, and chunchuli that are well-paired with red wine.

Patasca moqueguana: soup made with giblets, corn, and spearmint.

Frutos del mar: traditional firewood cooking dish that mixes cebiche, deep fried shellfish, tiraditos, fried limpets, and is served with potatoes, sweet potatoes, red hot pepper, and garnish.

Sancochado: white broth with brisket, sliced pork, racacha, potatoes, cabbage, and chickpeas. The broth is served alone first and then the beef, sliced pork, cabbage, racacha, fried chuño (dish made from milk, cheese, and eggs), and grained rice.

Province of General Sánchez Cerro, Omate district.

One of the religious celebrations held with great devotion by locals and visitors. The highlight is the construction of ponds or altars, built up as a family tradition using sticks from the area. They build altars and make floral carpets and arches.

Vendimia - Grape Harvest Festival / March Province of Mariscal Nieto, Moquegua district.

This is an exhibition and sale of wine products, local cuisine, and various shows.

Tourism Week and Sarawja Festival / Easter (April –variable)

Province of Mariscal Nieto; Carumas, Cuchumbaya, and San Cristobal districts.

“Sarawja”, a musical genre and dance original from the districts of the high Andean zone in the Mariscal Nieto Province, was declared a National Cultural Heritage for its originality in the traditional Aymara music, and for its antiquity. It is played during the week after Easter.

Ilo Anniversary Week / May 26th Province of Ilo, Ilo district.

During this celebration important activities take place such as the International Festival of Dances and the Song Festival. There are as well artistic shows, sport and recreational activities, food festivals, and more.

Santa Fortunata Festivity / October 14th Province of Mariscal Nieto, Moquegua district.

Worshippers come from different parts of the country to take part in the procession of the virgin and martyr Santa Fortunata, the spiritual patron saint of the city whose corpse is venerated at the Co-Cathedral of Santo Domingo. There are fairs, artistic, cultural, and recreational shows.

Anniversary of Moquegua / November 25th Province of Mariscal Nieto, Moquegua district.

Different activities are held such as food festivals, mountain bike and motocross races, the department’s Agroindustrial-Craft Fair, parades, firework shows, and more.

24 horas / hours

Should you require further information on Moquegua, please contact us: Aeropuerto Internacional Jorge Chávez Sala de Embarque Nacional, Llegadas Internacionales y Mezzanine Tel.: (01) 574-8000 iperulimaapto@promperu.gob.pe En Tacna Paseo Cívico Av. San Martín 491 (Ex Palacio Municipal) Tel.: (052) 42-5514 iperutacna@promperu.gob.pe

Moquegua Mylene d’Auriol / PROMPERÚ

Rafael Cornejo / PROMPERÚ

Among the typical deserts are: alfajor de penco, corn pancakes, guargueros, voladores, hojaldrilla, among others. Also, it is possible to try traditional liquors such as local wine, pisco, apricot liquor, leche de monja, figs liquor, and pisco cream.

Aeropuerto Crnl. FAP Carlos Ciriani Sala de Llegadas y Hall Principal iperutacnaapto@promperu.gob.pe En Moquegua Oficina de Promoción y Desarrollo Turístico - Municipalidad Provincial de Mariscal Nieto Esquina de la calle Ayacucho con Áncash (Frente a la plaza de Armas) L-V 7:30 a.m. a 4:00 p.m. turismo@munimoquegua.gob.pe www.infoturmoquegua.com

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Chucuito

Location

RESERVA NACIONAL SALINAS Y AGUADA BLANCA

Moquegua is located in the southwest coast and Andean part of Peru.

Tourist attractions

San Antonio de Esquilache

Ichuña

Laraqueri

Yunga

Torata

Province of Mariscal Nieto

Yura

Extension

Altitude:

15 734 km / 9 776 mi 2

Yarabamba

Moquegua

Moquegua

Puquina

Destination

Km/miles

Time (by car)

Omate (General Sánchez Cerro Province)

147 / 91

4h

a Río T

There are giant ficus trees and old mansions around the area such as the Casa Chocano, Casa De la Flor, the Old Public Jail, among others that are worth visiting due to their architectural value.

77 Coalaque

o mb

76

Santo Domingo Church

Río Viz ca cha s 26

Calle Ayacucho cdra. 6.

It is the parish church of Moquegua where Saint Fortunata’s corpse is kept and worshiped. She is a Catholic virgin and martyr whose remains were brought from Rome in 1798.

Lag. Vizcacha

83

Mejía

Façade of the Santa Catalina de Alejandría Mother Church

Río Mo qu eg u

1h

The church of Santa Catalina was built in 1600 and then rebuilt in 1792 for the fifth time in quarried stone. A natural disaster in 1868 destroyed it completely, remaining only the front of the Mother Church that was restored after the 2001 earthquake.

Torata 4 8 9 32 Samegua 1

Moquegua

Punta de Bombón

Océano Pacífico Pueblo Nuevo

Ilo 6

a

Camilaca Cairani

48

Candarave Susapaya

Ilabaya

El Algarrobal 15

7 47

Fuente: IGN, MTC Provías.

Access routes From the Panamericana Sur highway Lima - Moquegua: 1,146 km / 712 mi (14 h) Arequipa - Moquegua: 227 km / 141 mi (3 h) Tacna - Moquegua: 159 km / 98 mi (1 h 30 min)

Department borderline Department capital city Province capital city District capital city

Asphalted road Non-asphalted road Trochas Trails Kilometers

From the Costanera Sur highway Tacna - Ilo: (1h 40min) Ilo - Arequipa: (5 h)

Lodging Restaurant

At this museum are displayed pottery pieces, textiles, gold and silver objects, other remains of the Wari and Tiahuanaco cultures as well as objects of local cultures such as the Chiribaya, Tumilaca, and Estuquiña; pre-Inca villages that settled in the valleys of Moquegua and Ilo.

Palca

Calle Áncash 453.

It was built in the late 19th century. Among its preserved features are patios with wooden

Locumba

Vargas Moran Mansion

Ite

and carved stone floors, carved wooden doors, thick adobe walls, and wood and cane interior partitions covered with mud mortar. It features the typical slanted roof.

Winemaking Natural Protected Area 1. Samegua 2. Valley of Carumas Cuchumbaya and San Cristóbal 3. Hot springs of Putina 4. Torata 5. Valley of Omate 6. Natural Reserve Punta Coles 7. Chiribaya site museum 8. Hill Baúl archaeological site 9. Waterfalls of Mollesaja

Download the digital version here:

Geography and Climate The department of Moquegua displays gorges and valleys, desert and rocky areas, and rich soils ideal for agriculture, especially for growing grapes. The Ubinas Volcano (5,075 masl / 16,650 fasl), currently active, is one of the highlights.

DEC

NOV

OCT

SEP

AUG

JUL

JUN

MAY

APR

MAR

FEB

JAN

Façade of the Mercedes Cabello de Carbonera Mansion Calle Moquegua 838-848, in front of Casa de la Cultura.

It has been a National Cultural Heritage since 1972. This is one of the most emblematic mansions of the Moquegua architecture. Besides its architectural significance, it is also the birthplace of the writer Mercedes Cabello de Carbonera, considered the “First Peruvian Novelist”.

Belen District Calle Moquegua s/n.

It is a monumental area that keeps its urban vibe, displaying colonial and republican styles harmoniously, featuring houses with slanted roofs and vivid balconies.

Chen Chen Geoglyphs

1.5 km / 0.93 mi southeast of the city of Moquegua.

It is a small promontory behind the Chen Chen Hill displaying engraved geoglyphs on the hill which date from a thousand years ago. The Tiahuanaco people depicted the South American camelids together with human figures and other symbols.

For further information visit: peru.travel

Cerro Baúl archaeological site 18 km / 11 mi northwest of the city of Moquegua (20 minutes by car).

It was given this name as the mountain (the actual location) resembles a trunk. A small walled city of Wari origin (600-1100 AD) is located here. It is now an important center where the Andean population continues to pay tribute or perform ritual ceremonies to the Apus or spirits.

Old Public Jail

Jr. Ayacucho cdra. 5 – Main Square.

It was built in 1810 and is one of the oldest buildings in the city. It features limestone architecture and is one of the few buildings that still keeps a barrel vault that starts at the entry or hallway.

Hot Springs - Putina 141 km / 87 mi from Moquegua (4 hours by car).

They are located in Calacoa, district of San Cristobal, and they characterized by their cracks and geyser type fountains that reach up to 5 m / 16.4 ft high. There are as well natural pools of different sizes.

Ilo Province Temple of San Jerónimo City of Ilo main square.

It was built in 1871 and has an old baptismal font made of a seashell brought from Paris. The inner walls of the church were decorated with plants and angels themed paintings, some pieces still remain, especially on the corners and on the upper plinth.

Ilo

Punta Coles

15 km / 9 mi from the city of Ilo (15 minutes by car from the port).

This 180-hectar area belongs to the Guano Islands, Islets and Capes National Reserve.

This is the habitat of marine mammals and a variety of guano birds such as Inca terns, seagulls, and Humboldt penguins among others. Access permit must be requested at least 5 days prior to the visit.

José Gálvez Arbor

This viewpoint was built in 1915 on a boulder from the coast. This is the symbol of Ilo and from there you have a beautiful view of the sea, boats, birds, and even seals sometimes.

Muelle Fiscal (Municipal Pier)

6 km / 3 mi from the city of Moquegua (10 min by public transport).

It was built in the late 19th century over rail piles, a wooden platform, and side ladders.

Some train tracks and old crane stands are still there as proof of the strenuous work at the port back in time.

This is a place where you can enjoy the countryside and the products from the valley, especially the delicious avocados. Here, you will also find the main touristic restaurants where you can try typical dishes of Moquegua.

El Algarrobal s/n (10 minutes by car from the port).

Samegua

Semi warm Precipitation level

Contisuyo Museum Calle Moquegua s/n (former Mother Church).

Tarata

Ilo’s arbor and pier

Max. temp: 26 °C / 79 °F Min. temp: 17 °C / 52 °F

Mariscal Nieto

Moquegua’s Main Square.

Rafael Cornejo / PROMPERÚ

89 / 55

Moquegua City Main Square

Lag. Jucumarini

Chojata

5 Omate Calacoa Quinistaquillas 3 2 Cuchumbaya La Capilla 27 Carumas

�Distances from Moquegua

Ilo (Ilo province)

Lloque

Matalaque

Pocsi

(Nanchoc - Hualgayoc)

Capital:

Lima

Ubinas

Lag. Salinas

Arequipa

5 – 3756 masl / 16 – 12323 fasl

2

28 km / 17 mi from the city of Moquegua (25 minutes by car or 40 minutes by bus) .

This village is characterized by its traditional houses with slanted roofs. Some highlights are the Sanctuary of Virgen de la Candelaria (Candelaria Virgin), the stone mills of the colonial era, and archaeological sites like Torata Alta, Camata, and Cerro Baúl. It is possible to see its beautiful countryside implemented with a resort, and the Mollesaja waterfalls.

Chiribaya Site Museum

Here are displayed various objects of the Chiribaya culture, ornaments on milky quartz, ceramics and textile art designs (funerary bundles). Chiribaya was the only southern culture that worked the gold.

Chucuito

Location

RESERVA NACIONAL SALINAS Y AGUADA BLANCA

Moquegua is located in the southwest coast and Andean part of Peru.

Tourist attractions

San Antonio de Esquilache

Ichuña

Laraqueri

Yunga

Torata

Province of Mariscal Nieto

Yura

Extension

Altitude:

15 734 km / 9 776 mi 2

Yarabamba

Moquegua

Moquegua

Puquina

Destination

Km/miles

Time (by car)

Omate (General Sánchez Cerro Province)

147 / 91

4h

a Río T

There are giant ficus trees and old mansions around the area such as the Casa Chocano, Casa De la Flor, the Old Public Jail, among others that are worth visiting due to their architectural value.

77 Coalaque

o mb

76

Santo Domingo Church

Río Viz ca cha s 26

Calle Ayacucho cdra. 6.

It is the parish church of Moquegua where Saint Fortunata’s corpse is kept and worshiped. She is a Catholic virgin and martyr whose remains were brought from Rome in 1798.

Lag. Vizcacha

83

Mejía

Façade of the Santa Catalina de Alejandría Mother Church

Río Mo qu eg u

1h

The church of Santa Catalina was built in 1600 and then rebuilt in 1792 for the fifth time in quarried stone. A natural disaster in 1868 destroyed it completely, remaining only the front of the Mother Church that was restored after the 2001 earthquake.

Torata 4 8 9 32 Samegua 1

Moquegua

Punta de Bombón

Océano Pacífico Pueblo Nuevo

Ilo 6

a

Camilaca Cairani

48

Candarave Susapaya

Ilabaya

El Algarrobal 15

7 47

Fuente: IGN, MTC Provías.

Access routes From the Panamericana Sur highway Lima - Moquegua: 1,146 km / 712 mi (14 h) Arequipa - Moquegua: 227 km / 141 mi (3 h) Tacna - Moquegua: 159 km / 98 mi (1 h 30 min)

Department borderline Department capital city Province capital city District capital city

Asphalted road Non-asphalted road Trochas Trails Kilometers

From the Costanera Sur highway Tacna - Ilo: (1h 40min) Ilo - Arequipa: (5 h)

Lodging Restaurant

At this museum are displayed pottery pieces, textiles, gold and silver objects, other remains of the Wari and Tiahuanaco cultures as well as objects of local cultures such as the Chiribaya, Tumilaca, and Estuquiña; pre-Inca villages that settled in the valleys of Moquegua and Ilo.

Palca

Calle Áncash 453.

It was built in the late 19th century. Among its preserved features are patios with wooden

Locumba

Vargas Moran Mansion

Ite

and carved stone floors, carved wooden doors, thick adobe walls, and wood and cane interior partitions covered with mud mortar. It features the typical slanted roof.

Winemaking Natural Protected Area 1. Samegua 2. Valley of Carumas Cuchumbaya and San Cristóbal 3. Hot springs of Putina 4. Torata 5. Valley of Omate 6. Natural Reserve Punta Coles 7. Chiribaya site museum 8. Hill Baúl archaeological site 9. Waterfalls of Mollesaja

Download the digital version here:

Geography and Climate The department of Moquegua displays gorges and valleys, desert and rocky areas, and rich soils ideal for agriculture, especially for growing grapes. The Ubinas Volcano (5,075 masl / 16,650 fasl), currently active, is one of the highlights.

DEC

NOV

OCT

SEP

AUG

JUL

JUN

MAY

APR

MAR

FEB

JAN

Façade of the Mercedes Cabello de Carbonera Mansion Calle Moquegua 838-848, in front of Casa de la Cultura.

It has been a National Cultural Heritage since 1972. This is one of the most emblematic mansions of the Moquegua architecture. Besides its architectural significance, it is also the birthplace of the writer Mercedes Cabello de Carbonera, considered the “First Peruvian Novelist”.

Belen District Calle Moquegua s/n.

It is a monumental area that keeps its urban vibe, displaying colonial and republican styles harmoniously, featuring houses with slanted roofs and vivid balconies.

Chen Chen Geoglyphs

1.5 km / 0.93 mi southeast of the city of Moquegua.

It is a small promontory behind the Chen Chen Hill displaying engraved geoglyphs on the hill which date from a thousand years ago. The Tiahuanaco people depicted the South American camelids together with human figures and other symbols.

For further information visit: peru.travel

Cerro Baúl archaeological site 18 km / 11 mi northwest of the city of Moquegua (20 minutes by car).

It was given this name as the mountain (the actual location) resembles a trunk. A small walled city of Wari origin (600-1100 AD) is located here. It is now an important center where the Andean population continues to pay tribute or perform ritual ceremonies to the Apus or spirits.

Old Public Jail

Jr. Ayacucho cdra. 5 – Main Square.

It was built in 1810 and is one of the oldest buildings in the city. It features limestone architecture and is one of the few buildings that still keeps a barrel vault that starts at the entry or hallway.

Hot Springs - Putina 141 km / 87 mi from Moquegua (4 hours by car).

They are located in Calacoa, district of San Cristobal, and they characterized by their cracks and geyser type fountains that reach up to 5 m / 16.4 ft high. There are as well natural pools of different sizes.

Ilo Province Temple of San Jerónimo City of Ilo main square.

It was built in 1871 and has an old baptismal font made of a seashell brought from Paris. The inner walls of the church were decorated with plants and angels themed paintings, some pieces still remain, especially on the corners and on the upper plinth.

Ilo

Punta Coles

15 km / 9 mi from the city of Ilo (15 minutes by car from the port).

This 180-hectar area belongs to the Guano Islands, Islets and Capes National Reserve.

This is the habitat of marine mammals and a variety of guano birds such as Inca terns, seagulls, and Humboldt penguins among others. Access permit must be requested at least 5 days prior to the visit.

José Gálvez Arbor

This viewpoint was built in 1915 on a boulder from the coast. This is the symbol of Ilo and from there you have a beautiful view of the sea, boats, birds, and even seals sometimes.

Muelle Fiscal (Municipal Pier)

6 km / 3 mi from the city of Moquegua (10 min by public transport).

It was built in the late 19th century over rail piles, a wooden platform, and side ladders.

Some train tracks and old crane stands are still there as proof of the strenuous work at the port back in time.

This is a place where you can enjoy the countryside and the products from the valley, especially the delicious avocados. Here, you will also find the main touristic restaurants where you can try typical dishes of Moquegua.

El Algarrobal s/n (10 minutes by car from the port).

Samegua

Semi warm Precipitation level

Contisuyo Museum Calle Moquegua s/n (former Mother Church).

Tarata

Ilo’s arbor and pier

Max. temp: 26 °C / 79 °F Min. temp: 17 °C / 52 °F

Mariscal Nieto

Moquegua’s Main Square.

Rafael Cornejo / PROMPERÚ

89 / 55

Moquegua City Main Square

Lag. Jucumarini

Chojata

5 Omate Calacoa Quinistaquillas 3 2 Cuchumbaya La Capilla 27 Carumas

�Distances from Moquegua

Ilo (Ilo province)

Lloque

Matalaque

Pocsi

(Nanchoc - Hualgayoc)

Capital:

Lima

Ubinas

Lag. Salinas

Arequipa

5 – 3756 masl / 16 – 12323 fasl

2

28 km / 17 mi from the city of Moquegua (25 minutes by car or 40 minutes by bus) .

This village is characterized by its traditional houses with slanted roofs. Some highlights are the Sanctuary of Virgen de la Candelaria (Candelaria Virgin), the stone mills of the colonial era, and archaeological sites like Torata Alta, Camata, and Cerro Baúl. It is possible to see its beautiful countryside implemented with a resort, and the Mollesaja waterfalls.

Chiribaya Site Museum

Here are displayed various objects of the Chiribaya culture, ornaments on milky quartz, ceramics and textile art designs (funerary bundles). Chiribaya was the only southern culture that worked the gold.

Chucuito

Location

RESERVA NACIONAL SALINAS Y AGUADA BLANCA

Moquegua is located in the southwest coast and Andean part of Peru.

Tourist attractions

San Antonio de Esquilache

Ichuña

Laraqueri

Yunga

Torata

Province of Mariscal Nieto

Yura

Extension

Altitude:

15 734 km / 9 776 mi 2

Yarabamba

Moquegua

Moquegua

Puquina

Destination

Km/miles

Time (by car)

Omate (General Sánchez Cerro Province)

147 / 91

4h

a Río T

There are giant ficus trees and old mansions around the area such as the Casa Chocano, Casa De la Flor, the Old Public Jail, among others that are worth visiting due to their architectural value.

77 Coalaque

o mb

76

Santo Domingo Church

Río Viz ca cha s 26

Calle Ayacucho cdra. 6.

It is the parish church of Moquegua where Saint Fortunata’s corpse is kept and worshiped. She is a Catholic virgin and martyr whose remains were brought from Rome in 1798.

Lag. Vizcacha

83

Mejía

Façade of the Santa Catalina de Alejandría Mother Church

Río Mo qu eg u

1h

The church of Santa Catalina was built in 1600 and then rebuilt in 1792 for the fifth time in quarried stone. A natural disaster in 1868 destroyed it completely, remaining only the front of the Mother Church that was restored after the 2001 earthquake.

Torata 4 8 9 32 Samegua 1

Moquegua

Punta de Bombón

Océano Pacífico Pueblo Nuevo

Ilo 6

a

Camilaca Cairani

48

Candarave Susapaya

Ilabaya

El Algarrobal 15

7 47

Fuente: IGN, MTC Provías.

Access routes From the Panamericana Sur highway Lima - Moquegua: 1,146 km / 712 mi (14 h) Arequipa - Moquegua: 227 km / 141 mi (3 h) Tacna - Moquegua: 159 km / 98 mi (1 h 30 min)

Department borderline Department capital city Province capital city District capital city

Asphalted road Non-asphalted road Trochas Trails Kilometers

From the Costanera Sur highway Tacna - Ilo: (1h 40min) Ilo - Arequipa: (5 h)

Lodging Restaurant

At this museum are displayed pottery pieces, textiles, gold and silver objects, other remains of the Wari and Tiahuanaco cultures as well as objects of local cultures such as the Chiribaya, Tumilaca, and Estuquiña; pre-Inca villages that settled in the valleys of Moquegua and Ilo.

Palca

Calle Áncash 453.

It was built in the late 19th century. Among its preserved features are patios with wooden

Locumba

Vargas Moran Mansion

Ite

and carved stone floors, carved wooden doors, thick adobe walls, and wood and cane interior partitions covered with mud mortar. It features the typical slanted roof.

Winemaking Natural Protected Area 1. Samegua 2. Valley of Carumas Cuchumbaya and San Cristóbal 3. Hot springs of Putina 4. Torata 5. Valley of Omate 6. Natural Reserve Punta Coles 7. Chiribaya site museum 8. Hill Baúl archaeological site 9. Waterfalls of Mollesaja

Download the digital version here:

Geography and Climate The department of Moquegua displays gorges and valleys, desert and rocky areas, and rich soils ideal for agriculture, especially for growing grapes. The Ubinas Volcano (5,075 masl / 16,650 fasl), currently active, is one of the highlights.

DEC

NOV

OCT

SEP

AUG

JUL

JUN

MAY

APR

MAR

FEB

JAN

Façade of the Mercedes Cabello de Carbonera Mansion Calle Moquegua 838-848, in front of Casa de la Cultura.

It has been a National Cultural Heritage since 1972. This is one of the most emblematic mansions of the Moquegua architecture. Besides its architectural significance, it is also the birthplace of the writer Mercedes Cabello de Carbonera, considered the “First Peruvian Novelist”.

Belen District Calle Moquegua s/n.

It is a monumental area that keeps its urban vibe, displaying colonial and republican styles harmoniously, featuring houses with slanted roofs and vivid balconies.

Chen Chen Geoglyphs

1.5 km / 0.93 mi southeast of the city of Moquegua.

It is a small promontory behind the Chen Chen Hill displaying engraved geoglyphs on the hill which date from a thousand years ago. The Tiahuanaco people depicted the South American camelids together with human figures and other symbols.

For further information visit: peru.travel

Cerro Baúl archaeological site 18 km / 11 mi northwest of the city of Moquegua (20 minutes by car).

It was given this name as the mountain (the actual location) resembles a trunk. A small walled city of Wari origin (600-1100 AD) is located here. It is now an important center where the Andean population continues to pay tribute or perform ritual ceremonies to the Apus or spirits.

Old Public Jail

Jr. Ayacucho cdra. 5 – Main Square.

It was built in 1810 and is one of the oldest buildings in the city. It features limestone architecture and is one of the few buildings that still keeps a barrel vault that starts at the entry or hallway.

Hot Springs - Putina 141 km / 87 mi from Moquegua (4 hours by car).

They are located in Calacoa, district of San Cristobal, and they characterized by their cracks and geyser type fountains that reach up to 5 m / 16.4 ft high. There are as well natural pools of different sizes.

Ilo Province Temple of San Jerónimo City of Ilo main square.

It was built in 1871 and has an old baptismal font made of a seashell brought from Paris. The inner walls of the church were decorated with plants and angels themed paintings, some pieces still remain, especially on the corners and on the upper plinth.

Ilo

Punta Coles

15 km / 9 mi from the city of Ilo (15 minutes by car from the port).

This 180-hectar area belongs to the Guano Islands, Islets and Capes National Reserve.

This is the habitat of marine mammals and a variety of guano birds such as Inca terns, seagulls, and Humboldt penguins among others. Access permit must be requested at least 5 days prior to the visit.

José Gálvez Arbor

This viewpoint was built in 1915 on a boulder from the coast. This is the symbol of Ilo and from there you have a beautiful view of the sea, boats, birds, and even seals sometimes.

Muelle Fiscal (Municipal Pier)

6 km / 3 mi from the city of Moquegua (10 min by public transport).

It was built in the late 19th century over rail piles, a wooden platform, and side ladders.

Some train tracks and old crane stands are still there as proof of the strenuous work at the port back in time.

This is a place where you can enjoy the countryside and the products from the valley, especially the delicious avocados. Here, you will also find the main touristic restaurants where you can try typical dishes of Moquegua.

El Algarrobal s/n (10 minutes by car from the port).

Samegua

Semi warm Precipitation level

Contisuyo Museum Calle Moquegua s/n (former Mother Church).

Tarata

Ilo’s arbor and pier

Max. temp: 26 °C / 79 °F Min. temp: 17 °C / 52 °F

Mariscal Nieto

Moquegua’s Main Square.

Rafael Cornejo / PROMPERÚ

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Moquegua City Main Square

Lag. Jucumarini

Chojata

5 Omate Calacoa Quinistaquillas 3 2 Cuchumbaya La Capilla 27 Carumas

�Distances from Moquegua

Ilo (Ilo province)

Lloque

Matalaque

Pocsi

(Nanchoc - Hualgayoc)

Capital:

Lima

Ubinas

Lag. Salinas

Arequipa

5 – 3756 masl / 16 – 12323 fasl

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28 km / 17 mi from the city of Moquegua (25 minutes by car or 40 minutes by bus) .

This village is characterized by its traditional houses with slanted roofs. Some highlights are the Sanctuary of Virgen de la Candelaria (Candelaria Virgin), the stone mills of the colonial era, and archaeological sites like Torata Alta, Camata, and Cerro Baúl. It is possible to see its beautiful countryside implemented with a resort, and the Mollesaja waterfalls.

Chiribaya Site Museum

Here are displayed various objects of the Chiribaya culture, ornaments on milky quartz, ceramics and textile art designs (funerary bundles). Chiribaya was the only southern culture that worked the gold.

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Location

RESERVA NACIONAL SALINAS Y AGUADA BLANCA

Moquegua is located in the southwest coast and Andean part of Peru.

Tourist attractions

San Antonio de Esquilache

Ichuña

Laraqueri

Yunga

Torata

Province of Mariscal Nieto

Yura

Extension

Altitude:

15 734 km / 9 776 mi 2

Yarabamba

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Omate (General Sánchez Cerro Province)

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There are giant ficus trees and old mansions around the area such as the Casa Chocano, Casa De la Flor, the Old Public Jail, among others that are worth visiting due to their architectural value.

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Santo Domingo Church

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Calle Ayacucho cdra. 6.

It is the parish church of Moquegua where Saint Fortunata’s corpse is kept and worshiped. She is a Catholic virgin and martyr whose remains were brought from Rome in 1798.

Lag. Vizcacha

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Façade of the Santa Catalina de Alejandría Mother Church

Río Mo qu eg u

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The church of Santa Catalina was built in 1600 and then rebuilt in 1792 for the fifth time in quarried stone. A natural disaster in 1868 destroyed it completely, remaining only the front of the Mother Church that was restored after the 2001 earthquake.

Torata 4 8 9 32 Samegua 1

Moquegua

Punta de Bombón

Océano Pacífico Pueblo Nuevo

Ilo 6

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Camilaca Cairani

48

Candarave Susapaya

Ilabaya

El Algarrobal 15

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Fuente: IGN, MTC Provías.

Access routes From the Panamericana Sur highway Lima - Moquegua: 1,146 km / 712 mi (14 h) Arequipa - Moquegua: 227 km / 141 mi (3 h) Tacna - Moquegua: 159 km / 98 mi (1 h 30 min)

Department borderline Department capital city Province capital city District capital city

Asphalted road Non-asphalted road Trochas Trails Kilometers

From the Costanera Sur highway Tacna - Ilo: (1h 40min) Ilo - Arequipa: (5 h)

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At this museum are displayed pottery pieces, textiles, gold and silver objects, other remains of the Wari and Tiahuanaco cultures as well as objects of local cultures such as the Chiribaya, Tumilaca, and Estuquiña; pre-Inca villages that settled in the valleys of Moquegua and Ilo.

Palca

Calle Áncash 453.

It was built in the late 19th century. Among its preserved features are patios with wooden

Locumba

Vargas Moran Mansion

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and carved stone floors, carved wooden doors, thick adobe walls, and wood and cane interior partitions covered with mud mortar. It features the typical slanted roof.

Winemaking Natural Protected Area 1. Samegua 2. Valley of Carumas Cuchumbaya and San Cristóbal 3. Hot springs of Putina 4. Torata 5. Valley of Omate 6. Natural Reserve Punta Coles 7. Chiribaya site museum 8. Hill Baúl archaeological site 9. Waterfalls of Mollesaja

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Geography and Climate The department of Moquegua displays gorges and valleys, desert and rocky areas, and rich soils ideal for agriculture, especially for growing grapes. The Ubinas Volcano (5,075 masl / 16,650 fasl), currently active, is one of the highlights.

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Façade of the Mercedes Cabello de Carbonera Mansion Calle Moquegua 838-848, in front of Casa de la Cultura.

It has been a National Cultural Heritage since 1972. This is one of the most emblematic mansions of the Moquegua architecture. Besides its architectural significance, it is also the birthplace of the writer Mercedes Cabello de Carbonera, considered the “First Peruvian Novelist”.

Belen District Calle Moquegua s/n.

It is a monumental area that keeps its urban vibe, displaying colonial and republican styles harmoniously, featuring houses with slanted roofs and vivid balconies.

Chen Chen Geoglyphs

1.5 km / 0.93 mi southeast of the city of Moquegua.

It is a small promontory behind the Chen Chen Hill displaying engraved geoglyphs on the hill which date from a thousand years ago. The Tiahuanaco people depicted the South American camelids together with human figures and other symbols.

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Cerro Baúl archaeological site 18 km / 11 mi northwest of the city of Moquegua (20 minutes by car).

It was given this name as the mountain (the actual location) resembles a trunk. A small walled city of Wari origin (600-1100 AD) is located here. It is now an important center where the Andean population continues to pay tribute or perform ritual ceremonies to the Apus or spirits.

Old Public Jail

Jr. Ayacucho cdra. 5 – Main Square.

It was built in 1810 and is one of the oldest buildings in the city. It features limestone architecture and is one of the few buildings that still keeps a barrel vault that starts at the entry or hallway.

Hot Springs - Putina 141 km / 87 mi from Moquegua (4 hours by car).

They are located in Calacoa, district of San Cristobal, and they characterized by their cracks and geyser type fountains that reach up to 5 m / 16.4 ft high. There are as well natural pools of different sizes.

Ilo Province Temple of San Jerónimo City of Ilo main square.

It was built in 1871 and has an old baptismal font made of a seashell brought from Paris. The inner walls of the church were decorated with plants and angels themed paintings, some pieces still remain, especially on the corners and on the upper plinth.

Ilo

Punta Coles

15 km / 9 mi from the city of Ilo (15 minutes by car from the port).

This 180-hectar area belongs to the Guano Islands, Islets and Capes National Reserve.

This is the habitat of marine mammals and a variety of guano birds such as Inca terns, seagulls, and Humboldt penguins among others. Access permit must be requested at least 5 days prior to the visit.

José Gálvez Arbor

This viewpoint was built in 1915 on a boulder from the coast. This is the symbol of Ilo and from there you have a beautiful view of the sea, boats, birds, and even seals sometimes.

Muelle Fiscal (Municipal Pier)

6 km / 3 mi from the city of Moquegua (10 min by public transport).

It was built in the late 19th century over rail piles, a wooden platform, and side ladders.

Some train tracks and old crane stands are still there as proof of the strenuous work at the port back in time.

This is a place where you can enjoy the countryside and the products from the valley, especially the delicious avocados. Here, you will also find the main touristic restaurants where you can try typical dishes of Moquegua.

El Algarrobal s/n (10 minutes by car from the port).

Samegua

Semi warm Precipitation level

Contisuyo Museum Calle Moquegua s/n (former Mother Church).

Tarata

Ilo’s arbor and pier

Max. temp: 26 °C / 79 °F Min. temp: 17 °C / 52 °F

Mariscal Nieto

Moquegua’s Main Square.

Rafael Cornejo / PROMPERÚ

89 / 55

Moquegua City Main Square

Lag. Jucumarini

Chojata

5 Omate Calacoa Quinistaquillas 3 2 Cuchumbaya La Capilla 27 Carumas

�Distances from Moquegua

Ilo (Ilo province)

Lloque

Matalaque

Pocsi

(Nanchoc - Hualgayoc)

Capital:

Lima

Ubinas

Lag. Salinas

Arequipa

5 – 3756 masl / 16 – 12323 fasl

2

28 km / 17 mi from the city of Moquegua (25 minutes by car or 40 minutes by bus) .

This village is characterized by its traditional houses with slanted roofs. Some highlights are the Sanctuary of Virgen de la Candelaria (Candelaria Virgin), the stone mills of the colonial era, and archaeological sites like Torata Alta, Camata, and Cerro Baúl. It is possible to see its beautiful countryside implemented with a resort, and the Mollesaja waterfalls.

Chiribaya Site Museum

Here are displayed various objects of the Chiribaya culture, ornaments on milky quartz, ceramics and textile art designs (funerary bundles). Chiribaya was the only southern culture that worked the gold.

(01)574-8000

Pisco Route It allows tourist to visit current and colonial era wineries which are part of the Pisco Route. They are the best wine and pisco production reserves in the area.

iperu@promperu.gob.pe

<Festivities Omate Easter Cerro Baúl

Ilo’s beach tour

This tour includes visits to the National Reserve of Punta Coles where there is vast variety of marine fauna and beaches such as Pozo de Lizas, Puerto Inglés, and Boca del Rio in the south part, and Pocoma, Piedras Negras, Platanales, Jaboncillo, and Wawakiki in the north part.

<Folklore Among the most representative folklore expressions of Moquegua are the following dances: La Palomita or Ccuño, Tinka de Vacas, Los Negritos, La Pandilla, Marinera, Los Arrieros de Matalaque, La Cacharpaya, La Choquela, Relimpio de Acequias, Sarawja, and Danza Pules.

Handicraft They excel in making sweaters, waist straps, vests, and other items using alpaca and sheep fiber. In the Andean zone of Moqueguar are created copper embossed art pieces and loom-woven dolls, while in Ilo, there are marine craft pieces. The unionized artisans sell their products in the stands at the Bus Terminal in Moquegua (Av. Manuel C. de la Torre 420), the fairs, and festivals.

Gastronomy Among the outstanding typical dishes are:

Cuy frito (Fried guinea pig): unlike other ways of guinea pig cooking, it turns crispy after being fried and it is served with boiled potatoes and tomato, onion and spearmint.

Cacharrada: It is made with beef giblets including the preparation of 7 dishes: heart, anchuras, gizzards, veins, liver, criadilla, and chunchuli that are well-paired with red wine.

Patasca moqueguana: soup made with giblets, corn, and spearmint.

Frutos del mar: traditional firewood cooking dish that mixes cebiche, deep fried shellfish, tiraditos, fried limpets, and is served with potatoes, sweet potatoes, red hot pepper, and garnish.

Sancochado: white broth with brisket, sliced pork, racacha, potatoes, cabbage, and chickpeas. The broth is served alone first and then the beef, sliced pork, cabbage, racacha, fried chuño (dish made from milk, cheese, and eggs), and grained rice.

Province of General Sánchez Cerro, Omate district.

One of the religious celebrations held with great devotion by locals and visitors. The highlight is the construction of ponds or altars, built up as a family tradition using sticks from the area. They build altars and make floral carpets and arches.

Vendimia - Grape Harvest Festival / March Province of Mariscal Nieto, Moquegua district.

This is an exhibition and sale of wine products, local cuisine, and various shows.

Tourism Week and Sarawja Festival / Easter (April –variable)

Province of Mariscal Nieto; Carumas, Cuchumbaya, and San Cristobal districts.

“Sarawja”, a musical genre and dance original from the districts of the high Andean zone in the Mariscal Nieto Province, was declared a National Cultural Heritage for its originality in the traditional Aymara music, and for its antiquity. It is played during the week after Easter.

Ilo Anniversary Week / May 26th Province of Ilo, Ilo district.

During this celebration important activities take place such as the International Festival of Dances and the Song Festival. There are as well artistic shows, sport and recreational activities, food festivals, and more.

Santa Fortunata Festivity / October 14th Province of Mariscal Nieto, Moquegua district.

Worshippers come from different parts of the country to take part in the procession of the virgin and martyr Santa Fortunata, the spiritual patron saint of the city whose corpse is venerated at the Co-Cathedral of Santo Domingo. There are fairs, artistic, cultural, and recreational shows.

Anniversary of Moquegua / November 25th Province of Mariscal Nieto, Moquegua district.

Different activities are held such as food festivals, mountain bike and motocross races, the department’s Agroindustrial-Craft Fair, parades, firework shows, and more.

24 horas / hours

Should you require further information on Moquegua, please contact us: Aeropuerto Internacional Jorge Chávez Sala de Embarque Nacional, Llegadas Internacionales y Mezzanine Tel.: (01) 574-8000 iperulimaapto@promperu.gob.pe En Tacna Paseo Cívico Av. San Martín 491 (Ex Palacio Municipal) Tel.: (052) 42-5514 iperutacna@promperu.gob.pe

Moquegua Mylene d’Auriol / PROMPERÚ

Rafael Cornejo / PROMPERÚ

Among the typical deserts are: alfajor de penco, corn pancakes, guargueros, voladores, hojaldrilla, among others. Also, it is possible to try traditional liquors such as local wine, pisco, apricot liquor, leche de monja, figs liquor, and pisco cream.

Aeropuerto Crnl. FAP Carlos Ciriani Sala de Llegadas y Hall Principal iperutacnaapto@promperu.gob.pe En Moquegua Oficina de Promoción y Desarrollo Turístico - Municipalidad Provincial de Mariscal Nieto Esquina de la calle Ayacucho con Áncash (Frente a la plaza de Armas) L-V 7:30 a.m. a 4:00 p.m. turismo@munimoquegua.gob.pe www.infoturmoquegua.com

peru.travel La información contenida en este folleto ha sido actualizada en setiembre de 2014.

Para su desarrollo, PROMPERÚ se ha servido de fuentes oficiales de información, así como de la Municipalidad Provincial Mariscal Nieto y las Direcciones Regionales de Comercio Exterior y Turismo. ©PROMPERÚ. All rights reserved Calle Uno Oeste 50, Lima 27-Peru www.promperu.gob.pe Hecho el Depósito Legal en la Biblioteca Nacional del Perú Nº 2014-18491 Printing office: Rapimagen (Jr. Callao 465 of. 201, Lima 1) Lima, July 2014 FREE DISTRIBUTION. NOT FOR SALE. Plaza Principal de la ciudad de Moquegua

(01)574-8000

Pisco Route It allows tourist to visit current and colonial era wineries which are part of the Pisco Route. They are the best wine and pisco production reserves in the area.

iperu@promperu.gob.pe

<Festivities Omate Easter Cerro Baúl

Ilo’s beach tour

This tour includes visits to the National Reserve of Punta Coles where there is vast variety of marine fauna and beaches such as Pozo de Lizas, Puerto Inglés, and Boca del Rio in the south part, and Pocoma, Piedras Negras, Platanales, Jaboncillo, and Wawakiki in the north part.

<Folklore Among the most representative folklore expressions of Moquegua are the following dances: La Palomita or Ccuño, Tinka de Vacas, Los Negritos, La Pandilla, Marinera, Los Arrieros de Matalaque, La Cacharpaya, La Choquela, Relimpio de Acequias, Sarawja, and Danza Pules.

Handicraft They excel in making sweaters, waist straps, vests, and other items using alpaca and sheep fiber. In the Andean zone of Moqueguar are created copper embossed art pieces and loom-woven dolls, while in Ilo, there are marine craft pieces. The unionized artisans sell their products in the stands at the Bus Terminal in Moquegua (Av. Manuel C. de la Torre 420), the fairs, and festivals.

Gastronomy Among the outstanding typical dishes are:

Cuy frito (Fried guinea pig): unlike other ways of guinea pig cooking, it turns crispy after being fried and it is served with boiled potatoes and tomato, onion and spearmint.

Cacharrada: It is made with beef giblets including the preparation of 7 dishes: heart, anchuras, gizzards, veins, liver, criadilla, and chunchuli that are well-paired with red wine.

Patasca moqueguana: soup made with giblets, corn, and spearmint.

Frutos del mar: traditional firewood cooking dish that mixes cebiche, deep fried shellfish, tiraditos, fried limpets, and is served with potatoes, sweet potatoes, red hot pepper, and garnish.

Sancochado: white broth with brisket, sliced pork, racacha, potatoes, cabbage, and chickpeas. The broth is served alone first and then the beef, sliced pork, cabbage, racacha, fried chuño (dish made from milk, cheese, and eggs), and grained rice.

Province of General Sánchez Cerro, Omate district.

One of the religious celebrations held with great devotion by locals and visitors. The highlight is the construction of ponds or altars, built up as a family tradition using sticks from the area. They build altars and make floral carpets and arches.

Vendimia - Grape Harvest Festival / March Province of Mariscal Nieto, Moquegua district.

This is an exhibition and sale of wine products, local cuisine, and various shows.

Tourism Week and Sarawja Festival / Easter (April –variable)

Province of Mariscal Nieto; Carumas, Cuchumbaya, and San Cristobal districts.

“Sarawja”, a musical genre and dance original from the districts of the high Andean zone in the Mariscal Nieto Province, was declared a National Cultural Heritage for its originality in the traditional Aymara music, and for its antiquity. It is played during the week after Easter.

Ilo Anniversary Week / May 26th Province of Ilo, Ilo district.

During this celebration important activities take place such as the International Festival of Dances and the Song Festival. There are as well artistic shows, sport and recreational activities, food festivals, and more.

Santa Fortunata Festivity / October 14th Province of Mariscal Nieto, Moquegua district.

Worshippers come from different parts of the country to take part in the procession of the virgin and martyr Santa Fortunata, the spiritual patron saint of the city whose corpse is venerated at the Co-Cathedral of Santo Domingo. There are fairs, artistic, cultural, and recreational shows.

Anniversary of Moquegua / November 25th Province of Mariscal Nieto, Moquegua district.

Different activities are held such as food festivals, mountain bike and motocross races, the department’s Agroindustrial-Craft Fair, parades, firework shows, and more.

24 horas / hours

Should you require further information on Moquegua, please contact us: Aeropuerto Internacional Jorge Chávez Sala de Embarque Nacional, Llegadas Internacionales y Mezzanine Tel.: (01) 574-8000 iperulimaapto@promperu.gob.pe En Tacna Paseo Cívico Av. San Martín 491 (Ex Palacio Municipal) Tel.: (052) 42-5514 iperutacna@promperu.gob.pe

Moquegua Mylene d’Auriol / PROMPERÚ

Rafael Cornejo / PROMPERÚ

Among the typical deserts are: alfajor de penco, corn pancakes, guargueros, voladores, hojaldrilla, among others. Also, it is possible to try traditional liquors such as local wine, pisco, apricot liquor, leche de monja, figs liquor, and pisco cream.

Aeropuerto Crnl. FAP Carlos Ciriani Sala de Llegadas y Hall Principal iperutacnaapto@promperu.gob.pe En Moquegua Oficina de Promoción y Desarrollo Turístico - Municipalidad Provincial de Mariscal Nieto Esquina de la calle Ayacucho con Áncash (Frente a la plaza de Armas) L-V 7:30 a.m. a 4:00 p.m. turismo@munimoquegua.gob.pe www.infoturmoquegua.com

peru.travel La información contenida en este folleto ha sido actualizada en setiembre de 2014.

Para su desarrollo, PROMPERÚ se ha servido de fuentes oficiales de información, así como de la Municipalidad Provincial Mariscal Nieto y las Direcciones Regionales de Comercio Exterior y Turismo. ©PROMPERÚ. All rights reserved Calle Uno Oeste 50, Lima 27-Peru www.promperu.gob.pe Hecho el Depósito Legal en la Biblioteca Nacional del Perú Nº 2014-18491 Printing office: Rapimagen (Jr. Callao 465 of. 201, Lima 1) Lima, July 2014 FREE DISTRIBUTION. NOT FOR SALE. Plaza Principal de la ciudad de Moquegua

(01)574-8000

Pisco Route It allows tourist to visit current and colonial era wineries which are part of the Pisco Route. They are the best wine and pisco production reserves in the area.

iperu@promperu.gob.pe

<Festivities Omate Easter Cerro Baúl

Ilo’s beach tour

This tour includes visits to the National Reserve of Punta Coles where there is vast variety of marine fauna and beaches such as Pozo de Lizas, Puerto Inglés, and Boca del Rio in the south part, and Pocoma, Piedras Negras, Platanales, Jaboncillo, and Wawakiki in the north part.

<Folklore Among the most representative folklore expressions of Moquegua are the following dances: La Palomita or Ccuño, Tinka de Vacas, Los Negritos, La Pandilla, Marinera, Los Arrieros de Matalaque, La Cacharpaya, La Choquela, Relimpio de Acequias, Sarawja, and Danza Pules.

Handicraft They excel in making sweaters, waist straps, vests, and other items using alpaca and sheep fiber. In the Andean zone of Moqueguar are created copper embossed art pieces and loom-woven dolls, while in Ilo, there are marine craft pieces. The unionized artisans sell their products in the stands at the Bus Terminal in Moquegua (Av. Manuel C. de la Torre 420), the fairs, and festivals.

Gastronomy Among the outstanding typical dishes are:

Cuy frito (Fried guinea pig): unlike other ways of guinea pig cooking, it turns crispy after being fried and it is served with boiled potatoes and tomato, onion and spearmint.

Cacharrada: It is made with beef giblets including the preparation of 7 dishes: heart, anchuras, gizzards, veins, liver, criadilla, and chunchuli that are well-paired with red wine.

Patasca moqueguana: soup made with giblets, corn, and spearmint.

Frutos del mar: traditional firewood cooking dish that mixes cebiche, deep fried shellfish, tiraditos, fried limpets, and is served with potatoes, sweet potatoes, red hot pepper, and garnish.

Sancochado: white broth with brisket, sliced pork, racacha, potatoes, cabbage, and chickpeas. The broth is served alone first and then the beef, sliced pork, cabbage, racacha, fried chuño (dish made from milk, cheese, and eggs), and grained rice.

Province of General Sánchez Cerro, Omate district.

One of the religious celebrations held with great devotion by locals and visitors. The highlight is the construction of ponds or altars, built up as a family tradition using sticks from the area. They build altars and make floral carpets and arches.

Vendimia - Grape Harvest Festival / March Province of Mariscal Nieto, Moquegua district.

This is an exhibition and sale of wine products, local cuisine, and various shows.

Tourism Week and Sarawja Festival / Easter (April –variable)

Province of Mariscal Nieto; Carumas, Cuchumbaya, and San Cristobal districts.

“Sarawja”, a musical genre and dance original from the districts of the high Andean zone in the Mariscal Nieto Province, was declared a National Cultural Heritage for its originality in the traditional Aymara music, and for its antiquity. It is played during the week after Easter.

Ilo Anniversary Week / May 26th Province of Ilo, Ilo district.

During this celebration important activities take place such as the International Festival of Dances and the Song Festival. There are as well artistic shows, sport and recreational activities, food festivals, and more.

Santa Fortunata Festivity / October 14th Province of Mariscal Nieto, Moquegua district.

Worshippers come from different parts of the country to take part in the procession of the virgin and martyr Santa Fortunata, the spiritual patron saint of the city whose corpse is venerated at the Co-Cathedral of Santo Domingo. There are fairs, artistic, cultural, and recreational shows.

Anniversary of Moquegua / November 25th Province of Mariscal Nieto, Moquegua district.

Different activities are held such as food festivals, mountain bike and motocross races, the department’s Agroindustrial-Craft Fair, parades, firework shows, and more.

24 horas / hours

Should you require further information on Moquegua, please contact us: Aeropuerto Internacional Jorge Chávez Sala de Embarque Nacional, Llegadas Internacionales y Mezzanine Tel.: (01) 574-8000 iperulimaapto@promperu.gob.pe En Tacna Paseo Cívico Av. San Martín 491 (Ex Palacio Municipal) Tel.: (052) 42-5514 iperutacna@promperu.gob.pe

Moquegua Mylene d’Auriol / PROMPERÚ

Rafael Cornejo / PROMPERÚ

Among the typical deserts are: alfajor de penco, corn pancakes, guargueros, voladores, hojaldrilla, among others. Also, it is possible to try traditional liquors such as local wine, pisco, apricot liquor, leche de monja, figs liquor, and pisco cream.

Aeropuerto Crnl. FAP Carlos Ciriani Sala de Llegadas y Hall Principal iperutacnaapto@promperu.gob.pe En Moquegua Oficina de Promoción y Desarrollo Turístico - Municipalidad Provincial de Mariscal Nieto Esquina de la calle Ayacucho con Áncash (Frente a la plaza de Armas) L-V 7:30 a.m. a 4:00 p.m. turismo@munimoquegua.gob.pe www.infoturmoquegua.com

peru.travel La información contenida en este folleto ha sido actualizada en setiembre de 2014.

Para su desarrollo, PROMPERÚ se ha servido de fuentes oficiales de información, así como de la Municipalidad Provincial Mariscal Nieto y las Direcciones Regionales de Comercio Exterior y Turismo. ©PROMPERÚ. All rights reserved Calle Uno Oeste 50, Lima 27-Peru www.promperu.gob.pe Hecho el Depósito Legal en la Biblioteca Nacional del Perú Nº 2014-18491 Printing office: Rapimagen (Jr. Callao 465 of. 201, Lima 1) Lima, July 2014 FREE DISTRIBUTION. NOT FOR SALE. Plaza Principal de la ciudad de Moquegua