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Cusco Region Peru Last Updated: 06/15/2025 |
| The Cusco region of Peru is a historically rich area located in the southern highlands. Its capital is Cusco, the historical capital of the Inca Empire. It encompasses a diverse landscape ranging from snowy Andean peaks to rainforests, and is a popular tourist destination due to its Inca ruins, culture, and natural beauty | |
| Located in the southern central area of Peru, Cusco is composed of 13 provinces or counties. Cusco was chosen by the Incas to be the capital of their civilization due to its variety of climates and ecological steps. The Region of Cusco ranges from 1,745 to 20,900 feet (532 to 6,372 meters) above sea level and covers an area of 71,986.50 square kilometers. The beauty of this region's landscapes can change from snowy Andean peaks to green rainforests in a matter of hours. | |
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Qorikancha Place » Historical Place Qorikancha was the most important temple in the Inca Empire. It is located in Cusco, Peru, which was the capital of the empire. 587 views 💖 1 👍 0Santo Domingo s/n, Cusco 08000, Peru |
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Machu Picchu Place » Historical Place Machu Picchu stands 2,430 m above sea-level, in the middle of a tropical mountain forest. It was probably the most amazing urban creation of the Inca Empire at its height; its giant walls, terraces and ramps seem as if they have been cut naturally in the continuous rock escarpments. 792 views 💖 11 👍 0Aguas Calientes, Peru |
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Tambomachay Place » Historical Place Tambomachay is an archaeological site located about 7 km from the city of Cusco in Peru. It is believed to have been a site of religious importance during the Inca Empire, and it consists of a series of aqueducts, canals, and waterfalls that are still functional today. 644 views 💖 1 👍 0Cusco 08000, Peru |
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Huayna Picchu Place » Outdoors Huayna Picchu is the iconic mountain that rises sharply behind the ancient Inca city of Machu Picchu in Peru. It forms part of the dramatic landscape that makes Machu Picchu one of the most awe-inspiring archaeological sites in the world. The mountain is famous for offering breathtaking views of the ruins of Machu Picchu and the surrounding Andean mountains and valleys. 308 views 💖 1 👍 0Peru |
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Sacsaywaman Place » Historical Place Sacsayhuaman is a walled complex near the old city of Cusco. Sacsayhuaman is at an altitude of 3,701 m. or 12,000 feet. The site is part of the City of Cuzco, which was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1983. 820 views 💖 6 👍 0Cusco, Peru |
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Plaza de Armas Place » Outdoors The Plaza de Armas of Cusco is located in the city of Cusco, Peru. Located in the historic center of the city is the main public space of the town since before its Spanish foundation in 1534. This beautiful square is surrounded by colonial buildings, which serve as an example of how profoundly the Spanish conquerors impacted the city. 292 views 💖 1 👍 0Del Medio 123, Cusco 08000, Peru |
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Sacred Valley Place » Town The Sacred Valley, or Valle Sagrado, is a region in Peru located in the Andean highlands near Cusco. It is a picturesque valley that stretches along the Urubamba River, surrounded by towering mountains and dotted with ancient Inca ruins and traditional Andean villages. 723 views 💖 2 👍 0Cuzco Region, Peru |