Communications
Internet
There are several Internet cafes on Av. Raymondi, especially on blocks 2 and 3.
Post
The post office is located on the Plaza de Armas.
Crime and safety
The police station is on Av. Raymondi block 4.
Local transport
Mototaxis
There are plenty of mototaxis in the town charging around $0.50 for a trip in the centre. More distant destinations can also be reached, although prices are much more expensive.
Money
Banks
Banco de Crédito (Visa cash machine) is at Av. Raymondi 249.
Banco Continental (Visa cash machine) at Av. Raymondi 543.
Moneychangers
There are plenty of moneychangers on Av. Raymondi close to the Banco de la Nación on block 1.
Shopping
The Mercado Modelo is on Alameda Peru, 3 blocks from the Plaza de Armas.
Travel services
Tourist information
The tourist information office is located on the Plaza de Armas and gives information on the attractions around the town.
Travel agencies
There are several travel agencies on Av. Raymondi. These specialise in organising tours to the Cueva de las Lechuzas and other nearby attractions.
Private guides
The tourist information office can arrange a private guide to take you to the nearby attractions. This generally works out cheaper than going with an agency.
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