There is no better place to shop for wool and to find good clothing shops than in Pasaje de la Catedral, a pedestrian street that is one of the Arequipa attractions. Peru is known for its thriving wool industry and there is no better place to find high quality wool than in Arequipa. The most popular wool is alpaca, a soft and warm wool that is better than cashmere. The alpaca products in Arequipa are of better quality because the materials are pure, without synthetics added and the designs are nicer.
Shopping in Pasaje de la Catedral is one of the fun things to do in Arequipa. Shoppers can enjoy buying blankets, scarves, and sweaters in Pasaje de la Catedral. Shops such as Millma’s Baby Alpaca, Links Fashions, and Michell offers a variety of clothing made out of alpaca. One can also enjoy craft shops in Pasaje de la Catedral.