If the weather is fine, the convent is a nice place to wander around for a reasonable entrance fee. It is an interesting insight into the past and the living conditions, plus some good photo opportunities.

The Convent is near the main square in the center of Araquipa. It is well advertised and signposted so you can't miss it.

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Monastery and museum, slightly away from the centre of Arequipa. We were the only visitors there.

Books and artefacts dating back to the conquest easily viewable.

Recoleta 117, Arequipa, Peru

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Juanita the mummy is well worth a visit. She's over 400 years old, but doesn't look a day over 90!

Sit through the National Geographic documentary beforehand: it's very informative.

Just up the road is Convento de Santa Catalina. It's a small village within Arequipa where the nuns live. The vibrant building colours make it a must.

Both close to Plaza de Armas

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