The 13th World Congress of the Organization of World Heritage Cities (OWHC) will be held in Arequipa on November 03rd-06th.
A total of 170 representatives from cities declared World Heritage Sites will participate in this international congress.
Arequipa's provincial mayor Alfredo Zegarra affirmed "everything is getting ready" to welcome representatives from all over the world, who will assess conservation, defense and promotion policies addressed to cultural heritage.
The opening ceremony will take place at Arequipa's Main Square at 19:00 hours. Attendees will be able to enjoy fireworks, dances and concerts featured at the event.
Some participating delegates have already arrived in the White City, such as the specialist delegation from South Korea, among others.
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