Cusco region and other destinations

It's time to share some first hand impressions on the Cusco regions and it's surroundings, so here you go!

Cusco itself is an amazing city full of Inca sites and museums, and you'll want to spen more than a day there.

Cusco was the capital of the Inca Empire and nowadays it is the biggest city in the region.

When you arrive at Cusco, the first thing you should do is visit Coricancha, an old Inca temple. Here you will also find Spanish colonial churches and other religious places as well as the Plaza de Armas.

Because of its antiquity and importance, the city center retains many buildings, plazas, streets and churches of pre-Columbian times and colonial buildings, which led to it being declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1983.

And now let's take a look at what you must see and do when in the city!

Barrio de San Blas is a neighborhood housing artisans, workshops and craft shops, and it is one of the most picturesque sites in the city. Its streets are steep and narrow with old houses built by the Spanish over important Inca foundations.

Hatun Rumiyuq is the most visited street by tourists. On the street Hatun Rumiyoq ("the one with the big stone") was the palace of Inca Roca, which was converted to the Archbishop's residence.

Along this street that runs from the Plaza de Armas to the Barrio de San Blas, one can see the Stone of Twelve Angles, which is viewed as marvel of ancient stonework and has become emblematic of the city's history.

Another important attraction is the Convent and Church of la Merced. Its foundation dates from 1536. The first complex was destroyed by the earthquake of 1650 and the rebuilding of the church and convent was completed in 1675.

Its cloisters of Baroque Renaissance style, choir stalls, colonial paintings and wood carvings are highlights of a visit to this church, now a popular museum and tourist attraction.

All in all, Cusco is a city full of old and picturesque attractions that you don't want to miss.

Trujillo is another interesting destination.

The city was founded in 1534 by famous the conquistador, Diego de Almagro. 

Trujillo city was constructed on an area where 4 Chimú settlements were located. The Spaniards wanted to ally with the Chimú People against the Incas.

Interestingly, Trujillo was the first major city of Peru and has served as a temporary capital in 1825, after Peru's independence was gained in 1821.

Here you will also find typical Spanish colonial architecture.

Some of its attractions are the main square, that is called Plaza de Armas.

The streets of the center are colorful and some of them are surprisingly elegant and ornamented, despite their small dimensions. 

Finally, Chan Chan is an archaelogical park with buildings inside like temples, burial chambers, houses or ceremonial buildings. 

What is peculiar and beautiful are the carefully made carvings on these walls. These carvings are mostly textures, but on many portions they contain animal and other humanoid-shaped figures.

Chan Chan is considered to be the biggest adobe city in the World!

We invite you to visit Machu Picchu and it's surroundings and to contact our agency in case you have any further questions!