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- Shivi528Toronto, Canada63 contributionsVery lovely place to hang out and be in the midst of the city. Kept me busy for hours, which I needed and enjoyed. Beautiful place to watch the sunset.Written August 15, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- london s5 contributionsOne of the most beautiful places in Cusco, we visited many places and we loved its streets, its viewpoint, everything was magical.Written September 12, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- KomatorBarcelona, Spain902 contributionsIn the middle of Cusco you'll find this wall made by the Incas. You're walking and one side you have this old wall, all stones perfectly aligned. There's nothing else to do… just walk, see it and, touch it.Written February 5, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- TheExplorerFamilySomerset, NJ7,150 contributionsThe long street starts at the Municipal Complex downtown, and ends at The Plaza de Armas. It was very close to our hotel, so we had occasion to walk down it, and drive down it several times during our stay in Cuzco.
We found it to be a very busy street filled with Money Exchange Stores, Hair Cutting Stores, Souvenir Stores plus plenty of Restaurants. We felt safe walking up and down, even late in the evening. People seemed very nice and helpful.
Since it is such a busy thoroughfare, everybody gets to see it at least once while staying in this city.Written September 22, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - LuizDutraNetoRio de Janeiro, RJ8,569 contributionsTake your time and stroll along the cobblestoned narrow streets flanked - on both sides - by stonewalls at the awesome "Centro Histórico" of Cusco. These streets are considered masterpieces of the ancient Incan masonry and urban design. They have survived centuries of earthquakes and other natural disasters, principally due to the fantastic Incan architecture and construction techniques. No wonder, Unesco has appointed, in 1983, the historical center of Cusco as a "World Heritage Site"! Unmissable! Enjoy!Written July 1, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- lucycanSan Diego, CA3,618 contributionsVery interesting history. This was purchased from the US in the 1800s and shipped with a statue of Geronimo on top. Seemed everyone though it was OK since it looked like a "native". It was not until later they replaced the statue. The statue is NOT of a specific person but rather a generic representation.Written November 13, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Estie HMartha's Vineyard, MA91 contributionsThis is a lovely plaza with lots of locals and dogs and folks just out enjoying the beautiful weather. Some shopping as wellWritten September 13, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- KomatorBarcelona, Spain902 contributionsPlaza Regocijo is very close to the Plaza de Armas. It's very alive, with people walking around and a small market.
Very nice to walk by and relax for a bit.Written February 5, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - trolleyedManchester UK16 contributionsNot mass tourism - real people living real lives and offering the opportunity to share this with others. We loved learning about the potatoes as well as medicine and other traditional crafts. Sharpen up your language skills and take the opportunity to experience the real sacred valleyWritten November 5, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Mark HSonoma, CA2,531 contributionsIndeed this is a meeting place for many tours, but it is also a nice spot to spend some time and people watch. It is bordered by an old church, San Francisco, a school, a Roman style arch, and has a nice fountain. It is about 5 minute walk from Plaza de Armas or Mercado de San Pedro so it is probably on your way touring Cusco and worth a look.Written June 9, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- JoanRuffLondon, UK125 contributionsSacred area with many additional temples you can easily explore and enjoy with respect. Plan to wander, enjoy the land, the clouds, the sky and really be in this special place with big sacred energy.Written October 19, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- mcitaly2016Milan, Italy953 contributionsAncient street surrounded by impressive stone walls. There is also a nice place with souvenirs shops and lamas, and of course someone willing to take picture for a few soles.Written October 31, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Willowbroom SamHouston, TX1,388 contributionsA huge town surrounded by big walls. Per the guide, this was pre Inca, I.e. the Wari dynasty. A beautiful princess of the town said she would marry the person who got water to the village. Two men competed and one was successful in getting water from the huanatay lake. One can see two channels in the mountains.
The town was built like a perfect rectangle with rectangular homes and absolutely straight pathways/ walkways. Almost three floor high walls and homes.
The guide told us that seven columns were found and each column had the skeleton of a man. And that this was an honor for the men to give up their lives for building the erect columns.
Gypsum plastering is found in walls and floors. Sh was also found leading tk the belief that the volcanic mountain behind the city may have erupted making the people abandon the place.
He told me that the place was eventually used by Incas as a concentration camp for prisoners.
A visit with a tour guide is a must. Otherwise one will just see some old broken ruins and cannot appreciate the history.Written July 31, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Traveller162014Leeds, UK1,683 contributionsAn enjoyable, memorable museum full of information about the way of life of nuns who previously and currently live in the monastery. Very easy to miss and it was quiet inside, definitely not a main tourist attraction. It is nice to go somewhere not too busy. It was very interesting to see the mannequins of the nuns in different rooms demonstrating what activities occurred in each room.Written August 29, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
