The Cathedral
Built between 1560 and 1664 out of large slabs of red granite taken from the Inca fortress of Sacsayhuaman, the Cathedral is one of the most imposing structures in the city. Its faade, built in Renaissance style, contrasts with the Baroque and silver of its ...
Pisac
Pisac lies 33 kilometers from the city of Cusco by a paved road, and has an old quarter; an archaeological site considered one of the most important in Cusco, and a modern quarter; dating from the colonial period. It also has a Sunday market which attracts thousands ...
First day: You start walking in the little town of Maras, which has nice colonial doors in its main street. In nearby Moray you find ¨the inca laboratory¨. The circles were used for the development of different strains of crops. Between the highest and lowest terraces ...
Cusco was at this time a city of admirable stone architecture with wide squares, big temples and palaces decorated with abundant pieces of gold. Many of these colossal constructions are still standing.
DAY 1.- CITY TOUR:
DEPARTURE 1:30pm RETURN 6:30pm VISIT:
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Koricancha
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Day 1 CuzcoThe heart and soul of Peru is definitely buzzing in Cuzco, a great town to explore on foot. Discover the colonial churches and the impressive Inca ruins within the city. Day 2 Sacred Valley/ Ollantaytambo:
Travel by local bus through this lush, terraced valley on the outskirts of ...
The Sun, the main God of the Inca Civilization was considered to be the creator of all that exists. It presided over the destinies of man and the universe.
The most luxurious celebration to be performed in Cusco was thus dedicated to the king ...