CUSCO: historical capital of the Inca Empire, where you will find the most beautiful archaeological sites in the country and of course Machupicchu
Information
Cusco is one of the 24 regions of Peru, the most touristic in the country, its capital is the city of the same name “Cusco”. it is important to know how to differentiate when talking about the region of Cusco and when the city of Cusco is mentioned.
In the Cusco region there are the largest number of renowned archaeological remains in the country such as: Saqsayhuaman, Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Chinchero, Moray, Choquequirao, Vilcabamba, among others, and of course Machupicchu and the city of Cusco.
While, the city of Cusco, which was the capital of the Inca empire,has beautiful little streets with colonial constructions on original Inca walls, as well as colonial temples, museums, the famous San Pedro market, Qoricancha “The Sun Temple” and the Saqsayhuaman Archaeological Park.
This is where most of the 3, 4 and 5 star hotels are concentrated, as well as renowned restaurants and bars.
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Trip Highlights
DISTANCE FROM LIMA (PERU’S CAPITAL)
1 hour by plane
20 hours by bus
ALTITUDE
3350 m s. n. m
SEASON
In Cusco there are just two seasons the dry season from May-October, and the rainy season from November-April.
You can take tours in the city all year round
WEATHER
Temperatures tend to be highest in the mid-afternoon around 20 ° C and cooler at nights the minimum temperature is around 0 ° C. on July.
OPENING HOURS
Shops, banks and public places generally open at 9 a.m. and close at 8 p.m.
BASIC SERVICES
The city of Cusco has all the basic services
RESTAURANTS
The city of Cusco has luxurious restaurants
HOTELS
They only have hostels and 3 star hotels
RESTROOMS
Restrooms in the archaeological sites are basic and do not have soap or toilet paper.
