Welcome to CUSCO City

Our adventure has started, we landed in the beautiful city of Cusco.

Weaving through the city, we were drawn more to the people than the buildings of Cusco. 

The street are buzzing with colorfully striped ponchos with matching hats and small papooses slung over the petite Peruvian women's backs and children peering out. Every Peruvian we encountered up until now has been very friendly and welcoming; whether they were kind shopkeepers trying to entice us with their colorful merchandise, proud waiters boasting about their delicious dishes, adorable children dancing in the plazas, or just random Peruvians enjoying their day and smiling at us as they pass by.

We first stopped at a cozy organic café for some power breakfast and enjoyed stout cups of Peruvian hot chocolate (Peruvian chocolate is a pure delicacy, it is much more rich and decadent than any chocolate we ever tried). Then we made our way to the main plaza of Cusco, the plaza de Armas (which is the only plaza in the world with two churches), where we were honored to witness a magnificent traditional Peruvian dance performed by local children. which was the highlight of the day!

Just like European cities, Cusco was able to develop a modern culture while still preserving its past, which is the national pride. For locals, Cusco is more than just a fun tourist destination. The surrounding countryside and its ruins are a vital part of a continuing heritage and link to their distant past. 

We are very much looking forward to what tomorrow will bring us. But for now, buenas noches!