Location: Cusco
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What to do and see in Cusco, Cusco Region: The Best Things to do
Incan majesty and Andean baroque exist side-by-side in Cusco's stone streets, epitomized by the Qoriacancha palace and the church of Santo Domingo flanking the Plaza de Armas. In this high-altitude melting pot of Amerindian and mestizo culture, you'll find extraordinary textiles, lively summer festivals and archeological wonders.
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1. Humantay Lake
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5.0 based on 841 reviews
The Humantay lake altitude is 4200 m.a.s.l and this make an unique weather and temperatura in this area. The Humantay lake Temperatura can arrive to 5º C during the day and at nIght drop down to 0º C.
Reviewed By gabriellV1594AK - Singapore, Singapore
Great hike to acclimatize to Peru's high altitudes. Not the easiest of hikes as it uphill and upslope for 2 hours before you get to the beautiful the Humantay lake. Make sure you take your time and rest to catch your breathe. The hike down is about 1.5 hours to 2 hours. We got a taxi driver from Cusco to drive me and my wife to the start of the trail head. Car ride is about 2 to 2.5h and we paid about 250 soles for rounc trip, so the driver waited for us.
2. Inca Trail
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4.5 based on 2,878 reviews
Reviewed By tanktekiki1504 - Zurich, Switzerland
We did a two-day hike on the Inca Trail and found it to be very beautiful with lush nature, waterfalls, orchids and fascinating sights on the way. We can absolutely recommend hiking instead of taking the bus to Machu Picchu. The hike is for fitter people though as it goes pretty steep up at certain points.
3. Sacsayhuaman
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4.5 based on 14,590 reviews
Reviewed By KubsSofyan - Amsterdam, The Netherlands
This place is known for being a fortress according to the guide, here there was a battle between the conquerors and the Incas the most interesting about this place is its architecture, here there are huge stones that were used for the construction of Sacsayhuaman.
4. San Blas
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4.5 based on 4,205 reviews
This traditional old quarter of Cusco is the city's most picturesque district characterized by narrow and steep streets, colonial houses built with walls of Incan stone and numerous art workshops.
Reviewed By FarAway25489
So interesting to walk the narrow streets, observe the Incan stones providing support for the buildings. Great local restaurants. Be prepared for street vendors to follw you with their wares. Have a firm “no thank you” or Sols ready as they are persistent.
5. Plaza de Armas
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4.5 based on 9,884 reviews
Reviewed By rustyinsf - The Netherlands, null
Beautiful square in Cusco, so typical of this country, if you are lucky to have good weather, it is a recommended resting place to contemplate the visit to this wonderful city.
6. Cusco Cathedral
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4.5 based on 7,187 reviews
Dominating the northeast side of the Plaza de Armas, this magnificent renaissance-style, 16th-century building is in the shape of a Latin cross and contains nearly 400 colonial paintings including the Last Supper by Marcos Zapata.
Reviewed By ianjobling8 - Cotswolds, United Kingdom
Do not miss this stunning building. it is really special. Don't be cathedral led out. Just go. Only downside is that the organs do not work.
7. Qorikancha
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4.5 based on 7,441 reviews
This ruin was once the most important temple of the Incas, which was later used as a base for the Church of Santo Domingo when the Spanish conquered the city.
Reviewed By InspireyouLife - Volma, Belarus
A unique work of Inca architecture, very finely worked stones, today part of this ancient Inca temple is occupied by the Dominican order, and even though time has passed the Inca culture resists against it.
8. Mercado Central de San Pedro
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4.5 based on 1,968 reviews
Reviewed By Vacation43693861266 - California City, United States
On our itinerary we would visit this great market, we made a tour and it was nice to know the native language and the nice things they sell.
9. Centro Historico De Cusco
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4.5 based on 13,925 reviews
Reviewed By Canadian1564 - Spokane, United States
We spent most of our visit to Cusco staying near the center and we enjoyed the beautiful architecture and culture in the center of Cusco!
10. Montana de Siete Colores
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4.5 based on 614 reviews
The mountain of 7 colors (VINICUNCA) is one of the majestic attractions present on the road to Ausangate, is said to be a place that shows a new opportunity for all who visit, this belief has started in the saying " if you want to see the rainbow you have to face the storm "which teaches us that there is always a reward for our efforts and a new opportunity
Reviewed By onelove_adventure - Victoria, Canada
My partner and I visited the Rainbow Mountains and had an incredible day. It's quite a bit higher than Cusco so make sure you drink coca tea or other protections from altitude sickness. Dress warmly and get ready for the best photos of your life!
