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Inside Background
Architecture 
Pachacuti the Sapa Inca and ruler of all the Incas built the incredible complex...
Last edited: July 02, 2006
Culture 
The relics of Cusco and Machu Picchu reflect mystery and admiration for the...
Last edited: August 06, 2006
Health & Safety 
  Cusco is a relatively safe city. Violent crime isn’t as prevalent as other...
Last edited: June 16, 2006
Tourist Board Info 
Cusco is a popular vacation destination, with many traveler services. Right at...
Last edited: December 12, 2011
Weather & When to Go 
  Cusco can be visited all year round, but it depends what do you want to do...
Last edited: December 10, 2011
Boleto Turistico 
The best way to get entry tickets for almost all sites in Cusco and Sacred...
Last edited: October 14, 2012
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
By plane: Most visitors begin by flying into Lima’s Jorge Chavez International...
Last edited: May 10, 2009
Getting Around 
Those in relatively good shape can definitely see the best of Cusco on foot...
Last edited: July 22, 2006
Taxis & Rental Cars 
Taxis in Cusco are very cheap. To travel anywhere in Cusco, a taxi costs...
Last edited: June 18, 2012
Going to Machu Picchu 
Many questions are asked about how to get to Machu Picchu. No road exist  to...
Last edited: October 26, 2011
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Inside Things to Do
Day Trips 
A mountain bike ride into the Sacred Valley is a fantastic experience, getting...
Last edited: January 16, 2013
Events & Festivals 
There are plenty of festival to choose from when in Cusco. The Festival of the...
Last edited: September 09, 2012
Museums & Attractions 
In Cusco, there are a lot of museums to visit and some are better than others...
Last edited: June 29, 2012
Shopping 
This is the place to pick up local arts and crafts, especially Cusco’s famous...
Last edited: July 22, 2006
Cuzco Mercado Central 
The location of this market place is near church Santa Clara, that is, if you...
Last edited: November 21, 2012
Local Shopping 
From classically dressed vendors displaying their wares by the roadside to...
Last edited: July 23, 2012
Mountain Biking 
If you have spent a lot of time mountain biking around the world, after you...
Last edited: January 20, 2011
Planetarium 
Planetarium Cusco is only 10 minutes away from the main plaza “Plaza de Armas...
Last edited: February 18, 2009
Rafting around Cusco 
There are some brilliant rivers for whitewater rafting in the Cusco region...
Last edited: January 20, 2011
Inca Trail 
The Inca Trail winds through the Andes Mountains, the classic route being a 4-5...
Last edited: April 05, 2012
Pre-Columbian Art Museum 
               The pre-Columbian art museum in Cusco is very-well located...
Last edited: April 24, 2009
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
 According to the latest Summum guide which base its information on an internet...
Last edited: July 12, 2012
Coca Cafe  
The Coca Cafe is located on Carmen Alto in the San Blas neighborhood. The staff...
Last edited: September 01, 2008
Inka Grill 
The Inka Grill is centrally located in the Plaza de Armas, Cusco's main square...
Last edited: September 18, 2009
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Inside Peru: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
The local currency in Peru is the Nuevo Sol S/. ( Sol means sun). You can...
Last edited: January 03, 2013
Crossing the Border 
Coming to Peru :   Travellers from the USA and Europe, do not need a visa to...
Last edited: July 08, 2007
Emergencies 
The emergency phone number in the whole of Peru is : 105  (not 911) The...
Last edited: August 17, 2006
Telephones 
00 ( zero zero ) is the International Access (Dial) Code used to call overseas...
Last edited: February 19, 2013
Tipping & Etiquette 
Tipping Most restaurant and bar bills include a 10% gratuity. It's customary to...
Last edited: January 25, 2011
Bull Fights 
Maybe you do not like bullfights, but if you want to have a unique experience...
Last edited: September 27, 2011
Driving in Peru 
Its not a good idea to drive in Peru. Driving in Peru should be considered as...
Last edited: April 11, 2013
Peruvian Gastronomy 
At the Fourth International Summit of Gastronomy Madrid Fusión 2006, regarded...
Last edited: March 26, 2013
Vaccinations 
You may need certain vaccinations before traveling to Peru:    (1) Routine: it...
Last edited: October 02, 2011
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