Travelers walking through the massive stone gateway at the Sacsayhuamán archaeological site overlooking Cusco, Peru.

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Ñustapakana, The Restored Inca Ritual Path Hidden Above Sacsayhuamán

Ñustapakana is a place where ceremonies were conducted by the Incas at the uppermost portion of the Sacsayhuamán Archaeological Park, located…

Inca temple of Sacsayhuamán

Sacsayhuamán is one of Cusco's major archaeological sites, renowned for its massive stone walls, ceremonial terraces, and connection to the…

Main entrance to the San Pedro Market in Cusco

San Pedro Market is one of Cusco’s most traditional markets and an interesting stop if you want to experience the city beyond its archaeological…

Cusco Tourist Ticket - Boleto turistico del cusco

You land in Cusco, leave your bags at the hotel, and sooner or later you’ll probably hear the same question: “Do you already have your Cusco…

Coricancha, Temple of the Sun

Coricancha, also known as Qorikancha or the Temple of the Sun, was one of the most important sanctuaries in the Inca world and was primarily…

cusco weather and climate

The weather in Cusco runs on two seasons, not four. Days sit near 68°F all year, nights fall close to freezing from June through August, and the…

The 1,000 Last-Minute Machu Picchu

Peru’s Ministry of Culture, through the Decentralized Directorate of Culture of Cusco, releases up to 1,000 entrance tickets to the llaqta of…

Cusco's Plaza de Armas from the air

Cusco’s Plaza de Armas is much more than the iconic square you see in photographs of the city. Here, you can experience how Cusco’s Inca past,…

Cusco Peru historic center and Plaza de Armas surrounded by the Andes

When people come to Cusco, they are usually coming for one thing Machu Picchu. No doubt about it. But talk to travelers leaving Cusco and some of…

View of the Cordillera Blanca on the Santa Cruz trek.

The Santa Cruz Trek is a multi day hike through the Cordillera Blanca in Huaraz, Peru. The route covers approximately 47 km (29 miles), reaches an…

inca trail porter law

When you ask people who have trekked through the mountains of Machu Picchu, they’ll tell you it’s not the ruins that surprised them; it’s the…

 Tourist enjoying lunch facing Huascarán.

Are you looking for the best restaurants in Huaraz, Peru? We have gathered options to suit various tastes and budgets, ranging from traditional…