On the Early Horizon period of Peru, the region was controlled by the Pucara culture and on the Medium Horizon by the Tiahuanaco culture. In 1540 the Spanish arrived looking for new lands to settle and it was in 1541 that Moquegua was founded, at the same time than the Ilo harbor.Moq...uegua standed out in the fight to acquire the independence, reason why on January the 9th 1823 acquired the title of city. Moquegua was part of the independence of Arequipa and then part of the 7 provinces of the department, a position that the city conserved until the decade of 1830.
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Travel tips for Moquegua
Moquegua is located in the South-East of Peru, and it's bord...er of the most arid desert of the world, the Atacama desert.
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Moquegua weather
Best time to visit Moquegua
The best moment to visit Moquegua is from October to December, a period when the temperature ameliorates and there are several important dates celebrated in the area.
Climate in Moquegua
The climate is dry during the whole year, semiwarm and sunny, with a maximum temperature of 80,6 °F (27 °C) and a minimum temperature of 50 °F (10 °C).
Location: Av. 25 de Noviembre s/n La Villa Moquegua (053) 462245
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The tourist places to see in Moquegua are:
Plaza de Armas of Moquegua
Location: Downtown of Moquegua The square is surrounded by gardens, high ficus (a kind of tropical tree), colonial and republican mansions and in the center there is a fountain that represents the Three Graces.
Church of Santo Domingo
Location: calle Ayacucho, cuadra 6 Hours: Monday to Saturday 07:00 a.m. – 12:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. This temple replaced the church of Santa Catalina that was destroyed by the tremors. The church has an image of San Francisco de Asis, an interesting pulpit and the altar made of engraved stone.
La casa de las 10 ventanas
Location: crossing point of the streets Ayacucho and Tacna Hours: Monday to Friday 08:00a.m. – 1:00p.m. y 4:00 p.m. – 7:00p.m. This house was built by Fernandez Maldonado as a lodging and stands out for the 10 windows to the Tacna street. The house has 2 floors; the first floor stands out for the front of volcanic stone and the second for the balcony on wood. It's recommended to visit it outside, since inside it's damaged.
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The things to do in Moquegua
Cerro Baul
At 11 mi (18 km) to the North-West of Moquegua, after a one hour trekking, you will admire an archaeological site and a beautiful view. It was an old maize drink factory that was abandoned suddenly after a fire.The taxi will cost 30 soles round trip. If you prefer you can take in the center a combi (s/ 1,50) or a colectivo (s/ 3) that takes the direction to Torata.
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Typical dishes in Moquegua
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Moquegua is characterized for its typical dishes as cuy frito or picante de cuy, chancho al cilindro, caldo de mondongo; but there is one dish that only the locals cook: cacharrada, made of several types of meat and cooked under the ground. There are several options to taste those delights, we propose you some restaurants.
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Accomodations in Moquegua
Important dates in Moquegua
Fiesta de Santa Fortunata
October
All the October the 14th tourists arrive to the region to participate of the date in honor of Santa Fortunata, with fairs and cultural spectacles.
Semana turística de Moquegua
From November the 20th to the 25th
It's a week of celebration of the anniversary of foundation and you can do routes through the main attractions; but if you love adrenalin and adventure you can use mountain bikes and do hang- glider flight.
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FAQs
Do I need to make an account on the redBus website to book a bus?
No, you do not need to make an account with redBus to book a ticket. But, it is advisable to make an account to help speed up the booking process the next time you need to book a bus ticket. redBus offers a number of discounts and offers as well and you can easily avail these offers if you are registered with redBus.
What is an M-Ticket?
An M-Ticket is the virtual replacement of your bus ticket printout. An M-Ticket is an SMS that’s sent to your registered mobile number the moment you have successfully booked a bus ticket on the official website of redBus. The M-Ticket will basically contain details of your bus ticket such as timing, pick-up and drop-off points, vehicle registration number, PNR, and TIN numbers as well. The M-Ticket procedure has been an eco-friendly initiative employed by redBus to help reduce the amount of paper being used.
How do I book my bus ticket at Moquegua?
You can either visit the bus operator counter of your choice or you can visit the official website of redBus. The user-friendly and interactive website offers a step-by-step process of booking a bus ticket in a matter of minutes. The site offers a lot of useful information such as bus timings, fares, pick-up and drop-off points, and much more.
Is it safe to use my debit or credit card to book a ticket on the redBus website?
redBus has invested a lot to ensure that their customers are protected at all times and not just during their journey. redBus hosts a secure platform where transactions can be made safely. With over 180 million satisfied users, history should tell you exactly how secure it is to make a payment through the redBus website or app.