Molino de Sabandía
A water mill of white volcanic stone, completed in 1621, where grass, streams, and Misti volcano make up a pastoral scene.
Molino de Sabandía was built in 1621 of white volcanic stone and still demonstrates grain milling with water power. It is surrounded by grassland, irrigation channels, and terraced fields, with Misti volcano rising behind it, making it one of the most photogenic countryside spots near the city.
Alpacas often graze here, and visitors can feed them. The nearby villages of Sabandía and Sachaca have many traditional restaurants where you can try roast guinea pig and spicy stews. The mill is about 8 kilometres from the city centre, around 20 minutes by taxi.
Opening hours
About 09:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Mansión del Fundador
- San Camilo Market
- Church of the Society of Jesus
- Monastery of Santa Teresa
- Museo Santuarios Andinos
- Plaza de Armas of Arequipa
- Casa Tristán del Pozo
- Basilica Cathedral of Arequipa