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Provincia de La Unión
City in Arequipa, Peru
Overview
Provincia de La Unión, located in the Arequipa region of southern Peru, is renowned for its unspoiled natural landscapes and the awe-inspiring Cotahuasi Canyon, one of the deepest in the world. With a welcoming small-town vibe, it's a destination brimming with Andean tradition, adventure, and tranquil beauty.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Peru
Region
Arequipa
Population
12,827
Time Zone
America/Lima
Coordinates
-15.00°, -72.83°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
55
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
35
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
60
Monthly Cost
$527
Local Cost
$265
Local Income
$240
Cashless
20
English
15
Temperature
5.7°C
Summer Avg
6.4°C
Winter Avg
4.3°C
Record High
20.9°C
Record Low
-6.4°C
Humidity
62%
Precipitation
462 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 40/100.
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