Cusco, located in Peru’s southern highlands, is not only an impressive Spanish-colonial city but also the historic capital of the Inca empire. The tour starts at the indoor San Pedro Market in the heart of the colonial center, offering an authentic Peruvian experience with locals bustling around to shop for fresh produce. Don’t miss out on trying the wide variety of fresh fruit smoothies available, perfect for a refreshing treat.

Next on the itinerary is a visit to the Sun Temple, known as Qoricancha, which is the most important religious site of the Inca Empire. The temple is remarkably well preserved, with smaller temples dedicated to various celestial entities such as the moon, rainbow, stars, lightning, and thunder. Just a short walk from Qoricancha is Sacsayhuaman, an Incan citadel and defensive fortress built in the 13th century using enormous stone blocks. The precision of the engineering and stonework is so impeccable that not even a sheet of paper can fit between the stones, showcasing the incredible craftsmanship of the Incas.

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