{"id":2721,"date":"2019-10-01T11:00:07","date_gmt":"2019-10-01T09:00:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.exoticca.net\/blog\/?p=2721"},"modified":"2020-10-20T13:03:47","modified_gmt":"2020-10-20T11:03:47","slug":"what-to-see-in-cusco","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.exoticca.com\/ca\/blog\/what-to-see-in-cusco\/","title":{"rendered":"Not sure what to see in Cusco? Let us be your guide!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>One of Peru\u2019s main\ntourist destinations is a magical spot nestled between mountains, valleys,\nlagoons and rushing rivers. We\u2019re talking about that beautiful, magical place\nconsidered a World Heritage Site thanks to its rich historical legacy. In this\narticle, we tell you <strong>what to see in Cusco.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When in Cusco, you\u2019ll find a city packed with monuments, history, myths and legends which remind us of the grandeur of the \u2018Children of the Sun\u2019. It\u2019s a place bursting with magic and stone walls that are simply fascinating. Get ready to enjoy a unique experience in the mythical capital of the Inca Empire. Needless to say, there are plenty of things to see in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.net\/america\/south-america\/peru\/cusco\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Cusco<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_62 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Index<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-65dcc4b920372\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-65dcc4b920372\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.com\/ca\/blog\/what-to-see-in-cusco\/#It_has_been_coined_%E2%80%98Rome_of_the_Americas_for_its_magnificent_architecture\" title=\"It\nhas been coined \u2018Rome of the Americas\u2019 for its magnificent architecture\">It\nhas been coined \u2018Rome of the Americas\u2019 for its magnificent architecture<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.com\/ca\/blog\/what-to-see-in-cusco\/#What_to_see_in_Cusco_a_city_declared_the_historical_and_archaeological_capital_of_the_Americas\" title=\"What\nto see in Cusco, a city declared the historical and archaeological capital of\nthe Americas\">What\nto see in Cusco, a city declared the historical and archaeological capital of\nthe Americas<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.com\/ca\/blog\/what-to-see-in-cusco\/#Be_amazed_by_its_history_and_incredible_Incan_engineering\" title=\"Be\namazed by its history and incredible Incan engineering\">Be\namazed by its history and incredible Incan engineering<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.com\/ca\/blog\/what-to-see-in-cusco\/#Be_amazed_by_the_cuisine_one_of_the_most_varied_and_exquisite_in_the_world\" title=\"Be\namazed by the cuisine, one of the most varied and exquisite in the world\">Be\namazed by the cuisine, one of the most varied and exquisite in the world<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"It_has_been_coined_%E2%80%98Rome_of_the_Americas_for_its_magnificent_architecture\"><\/span>It\nhas been coined \u2018Rome of the Americas\u2019 for its magnificent architecture<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s known as \u2018Rome of the\nAmericas\u2019 for its plentiful monuments, churches and baroque and neoclassical\nsquares that make up the capital of the Inca Empire. It was one of the most\nimportant cities of the viceroyalty period and is famous for preserving itself\nas a <strong>mystical sacred city<\/strong>, considered the capital of the Tahuantinsuyo\nEmpire and known for its great historical and architectural heritage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Machu Picchu is not only\na sacred place of Andean culture, but also one of the New Seven Wonders of the\nWorld. It is dreamt of by many travellers who come to experience an adventure on\nthis ancient Inca trail and discover the beautiful archaeological circuit\noffered by this gorgeous Inca citadel, as well as the numerous other things to\nsee in Cusco. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_see_in_Cusco_a_city_declared_the_historical_and_archaeological_capital_of_the_Americas\"><\/span>What\nto see in Cusco, a city declared the historical and archaeological capital of\nthe Americas<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Declared the historical capital of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.net\/america\/south-america\/peru\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Peru<\/a>, this beautiful city \u2013 nestled in the Andean mountains \u2013 is a symbol of Inca architecture, with one shining example: Machu Picchu. It\u2019s an architectural jewel of the ancient Inca Empire that was a political, religious and administrative centre in its heyday. This is why Cusco is considered the <strong>archaeological capital of the Americas<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll discover Cusco\u2019s distinctive architectural and scenic characteristics. It\u2019s home to Sacsayhuam\u00e1n Archaeological Park with its 96 archaeological sites, located very close to the city of Cusco and declared National Cultural Heritage, as well as Choquequirao, Quenko, Tambomachay, Ollantayambo archaeological remains, Chinchero Incan palaces, Pikillaqta Archaeological Park, Raqchi Archaeological Site, Tip\u00f3n Archaeological Complex and other beautiful archaeological parks you can explore in Cusco. Enjoy <a href=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.net\/tours\/america\/5266-inca-empire-galapagos-explorer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">the latest Incan adventure<\/a> to discover much more about this magical location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Be_amazed_by_its_history_and_incredible_Incan_engineering\"><\/span>Be\namazed by its history and incredible Incan engineering<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many places where you can discover Incan engineering that predominantly uses stone, as well as impressive sites steeped in history, such as Huacaypata, known as Plaza de Armas and the backdrop for various important events in the city\u2019s history. Next to it is the Cathedral, which was built on the ruins of an Inca temple, the Convent of Santo Domingo, built on the Koricancha Temple or Temple of the Sun, the San Blas artisans\u2019 district, known for being home to renowned artists in the city, craft workshops and shops and one of the city\u2019s most picturesque areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides its\narchitectural beauty, you\u2019ll take in its gorgeous landscape. It is known as the\nnavel of the world because during the Inca Empire it was the political and\nterritorial axis, located in an impressive geographical relief in the middle of\nthe Andes, right in the heart of the tropical jungle. It\u2019s an impressive\ncomplex surrounded by a wide variety of wild flora and fauna. This makes for an\nitinerary packed with adventure and is yet another thing to see in Cusco.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Be_amazed_by_the_cuisine_one_of_the_most_varied_and_exquisite_in_the_world\"><\/span>Be\namazed by the cuisine, one of the most varied and exquisite in the world<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>After visiting\nand wandering around the city, remember to taste some Peruvian cuisine. It\u2019s an\nabsolute must when visiting Cusco: try a delicious ceviche, Huancayo-style\npotatoes, Arequipenian Ocopa, chanfainita or an exquisite pisco and a never-ending\nselection of other dishes considered Peruvian specialities. This place is the\nperfect blend of magic, adventure, history and delicious traditional dishes you\nsimply can\u2019t miss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure you\ngive yourself at least five days to explore the city so that you have time to\nwander around and visit some of the must-see archaeological sites in Machu\nPicchu. You can land at Teniente Alejandro Velasco Astete International\nAirport, located on the outskirts of the city of Cusco. Be wary that rainy\nseason is between the end of November and April, so be sure to visit between\nMay and October.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember that if\nyou\u2019re visiting a place above sea level, we recommend that you allow yourself\nat least two days to adapt to the high altitude before embarking on your route\nalong the Inca Trail towards Machu Picchu.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"kk-star-ratings kksr-auto kksr-align-right kksr-valign-bottom\"\n    data-payload='{&quot;align&quot;:&quot;right&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;2721&quot;,&quot;slug&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;valign&quot;:&quot;bottom&quot;,&quot;ignore&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;reference&quot;:&quot;auto&quot;,&quot;class&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;count&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;legendonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;readonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;score&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;starsonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;best&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;gap&quot;:&quot;4&quot;,&quot;greet&quot;:&quot;Rate this post&quot;,&quot;legend&quot;:&quot;0\\\/5 - (0 votes)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;22&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Not sure what to see in Cusco? 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