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    A mimic of the architecture of the cathedral, with what they describe as Andean-Baroque
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    Anashuaco Quarry

    May 20, 2022 in Peru ⋅ ⛅ 66 °F

    We toured a quarry where the white stone made from the ash of volcanic eruptions was hardened. This material is used in the construction of the Basilica and many other structures in Arequipa. The next layer is pink, and came from a different eruption. There are statues of each color throughout the city.Read more