{"id":33133,"date":"2025-12-01T10:01:46","date_gmt":"2025-12-01T15:01:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.chullostravelperu.com\/blog\/?p=33133"},"modified":"2025-12-01T10:01:46","modified_gmt":"2025-12-01T15:01:46","slug":"rafting-chili-river-extreme-adventure-arequipa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.chullostravelperu.com\/blog\/en\/rafting-chili-river-extreme-adventure-arequipa","title":{"rendered":"Rafting on the Chili River"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"204\" data-end=\"414\"><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><i class=\"fas fa-water \" ><\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"204\" data-end=\"414\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">The Chili River is the main waterway that flows through the city of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chullostravelperu.com\/category\/arequipa-es\/\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Arequipa<\/span><\/a><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"> , extending along the valley that forms the urban and rural heart of the region. Originating high in the Andes Mountains from the confluence of the Sumbay and Blanco Rivers, the Chili River descends through mountains and valleys to irrigate agricultural fields, supply water for consumption, irrigation, and industry to a large part of the metropolitan area, and sustain communities along its course, according to the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gob.pe\/institucion\/egasa\/informes-publicaciones\/2521144-el-chili-fuente-de-vida-y-progreso-de-arequipa?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Peruvian government<\/span><\/a><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"> .<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"204\" data-end=\"414\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-33098 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.chullostravelperu.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG-20211104-WA0014-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.chullostravelperu.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG-20211104-WA0014-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.chullostravelperu.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG-20211104-WA0014-1-768x461.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"813\" data-end=\"858\"><span style=\"color: #993300;\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Importance to the city and the region<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #993300;\"><i class=\"fas fa-exclamation \" ><\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"860\" data-end=\"1681\">\n<li data-start=\"860\" data-end=\"1054\">\n<p data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"1054\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">The Chili River is <\/span><strong data-start=\"878\" data-end=\"909\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">the main water source<\/span><\/strong><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"> for the city of Arequipa, supplying water for human consumption, irrigation, agriculture, industry, and power generation. Thousands of hectares of crops are irrigated through its basin: the river supplies water to important agricultural areas, supporting the local production of potatoes, vegetables, and other crops. Furthermore, the valley formed by its course gave rise to the founding of Arequipa when the city was established in 1540. Due to its location and landscape, the Chili River has also served as a setting for recreational and adventure activities (such as rafting, tourism, and nature immersion).<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-33101 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.chullostravelperu.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/RioChili-min-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.chullostravelperu.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/RioChili-min-2.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.chullostravelperu.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/RioChili-min-2-768x461.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"208\" data-end=\"233\"><span style=\"color: #993300;\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">What is rafting?<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"208\" data-end=\"233\"><span style=\"color: #800000;\"><i class=\"fas fa-question \" ><\/i><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"235\" data-end=\"656\">\n<li data-start=\"235\" data-end=\"490\">\n<p data-start=\"237\" data-end=\"490\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Rafting involves <\/span><strong data-start=\"260\" data-end=\"318\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">descending a river with strong currents (whitewater)<\/span><\/strong><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"> using an <\/span><strong data-start=\"334\" data-end=\"353\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">inflatable raft,<\/span><\/strong><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"> \u00a0usually with several people paddling at the same time, under the guidance of a driver or guide. It is an adventure and nature activity that combines excitement, teamwork, and contact with natural environments.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-33102 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.chullostravelperu.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Rio_Salvaje_Jalcomulco-1.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.chullostravelperu.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Rio_Salvaje_Jalcomulco-1.jpeg 1000w, https:\/\/www.chullostravelperu.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Rio_Salvaje_Jalcomulco-1-768x461.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #993300;\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Rafting on the Chili River<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><i class=\"fas fa-ship \" ><\/i><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"292\" data-end=\"434\">\n<p data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"434\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">The Chili River is one of the most popular rivers near the city of Arequipa for rafting. The experience involves navigating a section of the river in a raft, traversing rapids of medium to high difficulty (Class II, III, sometimes even IV)\u2014which provides excitement, but is generally suitable even for beginners. <\/span><span class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"><span class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"><a class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[9px] font-medium transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]!\" href=\"https:\/\/turismoenarequipa.com\/tours\/17\/rafting-en-el-rio-chili\/d?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"><span class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between\"><span class=\"max-w-[15ch] grow truncate overflow-hidden text-center\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">turismoenarequipa.com <\/span><\/span><span class=\"-me-1 flex h-full items-center rounded-full px-1 text-[#8F8F8F]\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">+2 <\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between absolute\"><span class=\"max-w-[15ch] grow truncate overflow-hidden text-center\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">incaworldperu <\/span><\/span><span class=\"-me-1 flex h-full items-center rounded-full px-1 text-[#8F8F8F]\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">+2<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/span><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"> The typical section lasts about <\/span><strong data-start=\"735\" data-end=\"743\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">6 km<\/span><\/strong><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"> , with between <\/span><strong data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"794\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">45 minutes and about 1 hour 30 minutes<\/span><\/strong><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"> of paddling, depending on the section and conditions.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-33103 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.chullostravelperu.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Canotaje-en-Arequipa-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.chullostravelperu.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Canotaje-en-Arequipa-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.chullostravelperu.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Canotaje-en-Arequipa-1-768x461.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"889\" data-end=\"913\"><span style=\"color: #993300;\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Location and access<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"889\" data-end=\"913\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><i class=\"fas fa-location-arrow \" ><\/i><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"915\" data-end=\"1270\">\n<li data-start=\"915\" data-end=\"1141\">\n<p data-start=\"917\" data-end=\"1141\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Rafting usually starts near the area known as the Chilina Valley \/ Charcani (Chap\u00ed Virgin Grotto sector), just <\/span><strong data-start=\"1060\" data-end=\"1077\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">20\u201325 minutes<\/span><\/strong><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"> from the center of Arequipa.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1270\">\n<p data-start=\"1144\" data-end=\"1270\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Daily departures are offered \u2014 typically at times such as <\/span><strong data-start=\"1202\" data-end=\"1229\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">8:00, 11:00 or 14:00 hrs<\/span><\/strong><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"> .<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-33104 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.chullostravelperu.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/485790349_1090546646446985_4271927940648526833_n-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.chullostravelperu.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/485790349_1090546646446985_4271927940648526833_n-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.chullostravelperu.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/485790349_1090546646446985_4271927940648526833_n-1-768x461.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1277\" data-end=\"1315\"><span style=\"color: #993300;\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">What does the rafting tour include?<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #800000;\"><i class=\"fas fa-check-circle \" ><\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1317\" data-end=\"1378\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Chili River rafting packages typically include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1929\">\n<li data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1491\">\n<p data-start=\"1382\" data-end=\"1491\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Round trip transportation from Arequipa to the starting point.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1491\">\n<p data-start=\"1382\" data-end=\"1491\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Complete safety equipment: raft, oars, helmets, life jackets, wetsuit or suitable clothing, river footwear, etc.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1664\" data-end=\"1750\">\n<p data-start=\"1666\" data-end=\"1750\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Professional guide + safety kayaker.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1751\" data-end=\"1824\">\n<p data-start=\"1753\" data-end=\"1824\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Snack at the end of the tour.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1825\" data-end=\"1929\">\n<p data-start=\"1827\" data-end=\"1929\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">On some tours, the possibility of taking photos\/videos is available (optional).<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-33106 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.chullostravelperu.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/neopreno-casco-chaleco-rafting-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.chullostravelperu.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/neopreno-casco-chaleco-rafting-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.chullostravelperu.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/neopreno-casco-chaleco-rafting-1-768x461.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1936\" data-end=\"1979\"><span style=\"color: #993300;\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">What you can expect: scenery and excitement<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #993300;\"><i class=\"far fa-eye \" ><\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1981\" data-end=\"2443\">\n<li data-start=\"1981\" data-end=\"2246\">\n<p data-start=\"1983\" data-end=\"2246\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">The journey is not all adrenaline: you will pass through the Chilina Valley, with views of the Andean landscape, volcanic rock formations and, on clear days, <\/span><strong data-start=\"2132\" data-end=\"2158\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">views of nearby volcanoes<\/span><\/strong><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"> such as Misti Volcano or Chachani Volcano.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2247\" data-end=\"2443\">\n<p data-start=\"2249\" data-end=\"2443\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">The mix of intermediate rapids with a calmer section makes it ideal for those seeking moderate adventure without requiring prior rafting experience.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-33107 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.chullostravelperu.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/chili6-1920x800-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.chullostravelperu.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/chili6-1920x800-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.chullostravelperu.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/chili6-1920x800-1-768x461.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2450\" data-end=\"2489\"><span style=\"color: #993300;\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Who it&#8217;s for: Recommended profile<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><i class=\"fas fa-child \" ><\/i><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2491\" data-end=\"2535\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Rafting on the Chili River is good for:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2536\" data-end=\"2987\">\n<li data-start=\"2536\" data-end=\"2651\">\n<p data-start=\"2538\" data-end=\"2651\"><strong data-start=\"2538\" data-end=\"2555\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Beginners<\/span><\/strong><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"> and people with no prior experience in river sports. <\/span><span class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"><span class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"><a class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[9px] font-medium transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]!\" href=\"https:\/\/turismoenarequipa.com\/tours\/17\/rafting-en-el-rio-chili\/d?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"><span class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between\"><span class=\"max-w-[15ch] grow truncate overflow-hidden text-center\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">turismoenarequipa.com <\/span><\/span><span class=\"-me-1 flex h-full items-center rounded-full px-1 text-[#8F8F8F]\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">+2 <\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between absolute\"><span class=\"max-w-[15ch] grow truncate overflow-hidden text-center\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Arequipa.com <\/span><\/span><span class=\"-me-1 flex h-full items-center rounded-full px-1 text-[#8F8F8F]\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">+2<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2652\" data-end=\"2814\">\n<p data-start=\"2654\" data-end=\"2814\"><strong data-start=\"2654\" data-end=\"2722\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Groups of friends, families with teenagers, tourists in general<\/span><\/strong><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"> looking for a dose of adventure near Arequipa.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2815\" data-end=\"2987\">\n<p data-start=\"2817\" data-end=\"2987\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">People with a taste for adventure, nature, and a bit of adrenaline due to the presence of Class III\/IV rapids, but under supervision and guidance.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-33108 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.chullostravelperu.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG-20211104-WA0010-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.chullostravelperu.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG-20211104-WA0010-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.chullostravelperu.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG-20211104-WA0010-1-768x461.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2994\" data-end=\"3028\"><span style=\"color: #993300;\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">What to pack and useful tips<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\"><i class=\"fas fa-clipboard-check \" ><\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3030\" data-end=\"3606\">\n<li data-start=\"3030\" data-end=\"3109\">\n<p data-start=\"3032\" data-end=\"3109\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Bathing suit, towel, change of clothes.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3110\" data-end=\"3233\">\n<p data-start=\"3112\" data-end=\"3233\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Sunscreen, hat\/sunglasses, appropriate footwear if you don&#8217;t bring the ones from the tour.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3234\" data-end=\"3451\">\n<p data-start=\"3236\" data-end=\"3451\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">If you get seasick easily in cold water or when moving around, take precautions: the water is usually cold, and the temperature changes with altitude. Several tours offer wetsuits.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3452\" data-end=\"3606\">\n<p data-start=\"3454\" data-end=\"3606\"><span dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Checking schedules and river conditions during the rainy season or flooding may change availability.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-33109 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.chullostravelperu.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ropa-awa1-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.chullostravelperu.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ropa-awa1-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.chullostravelperu.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ropa-awa1-1-768x461.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Chili River is the main waterway that flows through the city of Arequipa , extending along the valley that forms the urban and rural heart of the region. 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