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by michael

From an Inca capital to a tourist hub

On the massive stone walls of Incan Coricancha temple towers a Catholic church, and in the city center sumptuous colonial buildings stand on top of Inca foundations. Each house and each stone in the historical center of Cusco tells the story of the Incas' ancient civilization and their repression by the Spanish conquerors. It takes just a short stroll for this city's rich history to cast its spell on you. Cusco is the starting point for tours to Machu Picchu and the holy valley of the Incas, which makes it a must on any tourist's Peruvian or, indeed, South America itinerary. Accordingly there are many expensive restaurants on the central Plaza de Armas; along the small Procuradores alley, also called "Gringo Alley," pubs and pizzerias throng together. During the day, this bustle can be avoided by taking a stroll through the Inca ruin Sacsayhuman to the north of the city (warning: the thin air here may pose a problem). At night, it's best to stay on Cusco's well-lit and crowded streets.

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Cusco Facts

population: 319,422
area: 76225 Km²
time zone: PET
languages: Español, Quechua
website: http://www.municusco.gob.pe/

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sight Sacsayhuaman

Daily 0700-1730. You can get in earlier if you wish; definitely try to get there before 1200 when the tour groups arrive. US$13.50 or with BTG visitors ticket. Free student guides available, but you s...

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9 votes

sight Santo Domingo

A new church at the sun temple of Cuzco . The largest sanctuary of the Inca, the sun temple Coricancha, the colonial church and the Dominican monastery form a complex. Four temple chambers are situated ...

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6 votes