Cusco

Heritage & monuments

Saqsaywaman

Saksaywaman is an Inca-era fortress set on a hill above Cusco, where visitors can see intricate stone masonry up close. Standing over 3,700 meters above sea level, it also offers sweeping views.

Temples & religious sites

Coricancha

An Inca imperial temple in Cusco, known as a sanctuary dedicated to the sun god. As the most sacred site in Inca civilization, it's a place where you can truly sense its significance.

Heritage & monuments

Tambomachay

An Inca Empire archaeological site near Cusco, Peru. Its proximity to the city center makes it easy to visit for a quick look at Inca-era ruins.

Heritage & monuments

Puka Pukara

A military fortress ruin near Cusco, notable for its thick walls and terraced levels. It was once one of the defensive sites protecting Cusco during the Inca Empire.

Heritage & monuments

Q'inqu

An Inca site located east of Sacsayhuamán near Cusco. Designated as a cultural heritage site of Peru, it's a great place for historical exploration.

Temples & religious sites

Cusco Cathedral

A cathedral near the Plaza de Armas in Cusco, built on the site of a former Inca palace. Together with the Church of El Triunfo, it forms a cathedral complex that serves as the seat of the Archdiocese of Cusco.

Temples & religious sites

Church of the Society of Jesus

A Jesuit church on Cusco's central Plaza de Armas, built on the site of a former Inca royal palace. It's one of Peru's finest examples of Spanish Baroque architecture, known for its ornate facade.

Parks & gardens

Plaza de Armas

A square at the heart of Cusco's old town that has served as the city's central space since before the Spanish conquest. Surrounded by historic buildings, it makes a great starting point for exploring Cusco.