Wandering in the City of Arica (Chile)

All my life, I had never experienced an earthquake in Indonesia. Ironically, my first experience happened while traveling in South America—in the city of Arica, a port city in northern Chile near the border with Peru.

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I visited Arica after three days of exploring San Pedro de Atacama, a small town in Chile’s Atacama Desert. The journey to Arica took more than 10 hours by bus. I arrived in the morning and was greeted at the bus terminal by an acquaintance from Couchsurfing.

 

Arica, also located in the Atacama Desert, lies along the coast. Rain is extremely rare here, which is why the city is known as “the city that never rains” and also holds the title of “the driest city in the world.”

 

The city stretches along the eastern side of the Pacific Ocean, with several accessible beaches like Chinchorro, El Laucho, and La Lisera. There’s also a scenic coastal route leading to Cuevas de Anzota, and for the more adventurous, the remote Playa La Liserilla.

 

With good weather and warm beaches, Arica offers an inviting setting for watching romantic sunsets. It’s a relaxing spot, quieter and less hectic than a large city like Santiago.

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My friend took me to his apartment near the beach. He lived alone, separate from his parents. After showing me around his place, he left for a jog along the shore. A few minutes later, he sent me a photo of the beach.

 

In the afternoon, we went downtown. Walking around Arica’s center felt different—it wasn’t a modern city filled with skyscrapers and glass buildings. Instead, it had a unique vibe with dusty roads and intense heat.

 

In the old part of town, we stopped to soak in the atmosphere. Here stands the white and red San Marcos Cathedral, famous for being designed by Gustave Eiffel—the same person who created the Eiffel Tower in Paris.

 

The church was built in 1876, back when Arica was still part of Peru, and it was inaugurated by the Peruvian president at the time, José Balta. In front of it is Plaza Cristobal Colón, a simple yet charming garden, and the larger Plaza Vicuña Mackenna.

 

This old town area is a popular hangout for locals. There are many interesting places, shopping centers, cafés, and restaurants. The area stays lively until night, though we didn’t stay out that late.

 

My friend mentioned that another Couchsurfing member from Brazil would be arriving that evening and staying at his apartment. Despite the language barrier—he only spoke Spanish—Google Translate helped us communicate. We always had our phones handy for translations.

 

Toward evening, he headed to the Peru border, just a few kilometers from the apartment, while I stayed behind. He soon returned with the Brazilian Couchsurfer, who had been adventuring in Peru. We introduced ourselves and shared stories throughout the night. Luckily, the Brazilian could speak English, so only our host needed Google Translate.

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There were no signs that something unusual was about to happen that night. We went to bed early, planning to explore Arica the next day. But in the early morning, I woke up to the bed shaking violently for several minutes, followed by the sound of sirens.

 

My phone buzzed with a notification about an earthquake in Peru, near the border. Having never experienced such tremors, I was in shock, feeling a sense of dread. But my friend calmly explained that it was an earthquake.

 

The siren continued to blare, signaling a tsunami warning. My friend told us to pack only essentials and a few snacks in our backpacks. Apparently, residents were advised to evacuate to higher ground.

 

Looking outside, I was surprised to see no signs of panic. People seemed calm, so I felt more at ease. As we left the apartment for the car, other residents were already lined up to exit the complex. We joined the line and made our way out.

 

As we approached the gate, the tsunami warning siren stopped, signaling that it was safe. Some people returned to their apartments, but we decided to continue and see the city and beach. Along the way, it was as if nothing had happened—there was no sign of an evacuation.

 

We went back to the apartment to get some rest, ensuring we’d wake up refreshed to explore some local attractions the next day. As planned, we woke up to a bright, sunny day, the memory of last night’s earthquake fading.

 

The three of us set out from the apartment, taking the coastal route past Playa Chinchorro, Puerto de Arica, Morro de Arica, Playa El Laucho, and Playa La Lisera. We continued to Playa La Capilla, Playa Corazones, and finally stopped at the remote Playa La Liserilla.

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We visited Cuevas De Anzota, a beautiful cliffside cave. After parking and signing in—entry was free—we walked along a concrete path between rugged cliffs and the sea. The view along this path was stunning.

 

Before we knew it, we reached the cave entrance. Inside, a cool breeze greeted us, a stark contrast to the heat outside. We explored the cave formations, cliffs, and native fauna.

 

The cave holds great significance for the region’s earliest inhabitants—the Chinchorro people, who used it around 9,000 years ago. Visitors can hike and trek here, surrounded by breathtaking natural scenery.

 

At the end of the cave, we continued up a sandy hill. The trail offered beautiful views of contrasting sand dunes, rocky cliffs, and the deep blue sea. After a few minutes of climbing, we reached a flat area with a sweeping view of beaches and rocky hills.

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At midday, we headed back to the city center. Near Plaza Vicuña Mackenna is Puerto de Arica, an industrial port and fish market. We stopped nearby for a local meal, courtesy of a friend of our host who had just joined us.

 

After eating, we continued our exploration, heading north. We passed Playa Chinchorro, Playa Las Machas, and stopped at the Humedal Rio Lluta, a protected wildlife area. Here, we spotted various birds and other wildlife.

 

We followed the river’s mouth as it flowed into the sea, its clear, warm water originating from the desert. The sandy beach was a warm shade of brown. My friend took off his shirt to sunbathe while I sheltered under my hat to avoid the sun.

 

Our Brazilian friend launched his drone, showing us the footage on his phone. But he had to land it quickly when a ranger arrived, nearly fining him. Fortunately, our local friend negotiated, and the ranger let us off with a warning.

 

As sunset approached, we returned to the city center. Our last stop was El Morro, Arica’s iconic rock formation towering above the city. This historic site marked the last battle where Chile defeated Peru in 1880.

 

The summit is accessible by a 15-minute walk or by car. Since we were driving, we skipped the hike. From downtown, the hill is easily visible, with a massive Chilean flag waving proudly at the top.

 

At El Morro, we parked near the flagpole. The views from this high vantage point were breathtaking, offering a panoramic look at the Pacific Ocean, most of Arica, the port, and the quiet coastal road stretching south toward Playa El Laucho and La Lisera.

 

El Morro also houses a small but informative Weapons Museum detailing the significance of this site and the 19th-century battle between Peru and Chile. The museum displays old rifles, cannons, and other weapons, as well as the uniforms worn by soldiers.

 

As the sun dipped below the horizon, we stood at the edge of the hill, watching the sky darken and the city lights flicker on. It was a perfect end to our day, a memory that will stay with me always.

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