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Cusco, Peru Overview

Dig into the archaeological wonders of Cuzco, the ancient capital of the Incan Empire. Incan majesty and Andean Baroque exist side by side in the Peruvian city's stone streets, epitomized by the... more » Dig into the archaeological wonders of Cuzco, the ancient capital of the Incan Empire. Incan majesty and Andean Baroque exist side by side in the Peruvian city's stone streets, epitomized by the Qoriacancha palace and the church of Santo Domingo flanking the Plaza de Armas. Just outside the city are the imposing walls of the Sacsayhuaman fortress. In this high-altitude melting pot of Amerindian and mestizo culture, makers of extraordinary textiles and vibrant summer festivals add to its natural charms. « less
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Amaru II Hostal

4 of 5 stars
Northern VA
23 Jul 2008

Hostal Amaru II is a small simple but pleasing hostal in the San Blas district of Cusco, Peru. The rooms are simple but adequate. Bathrooms too are simple but well equipped with showers and ample...more

Hostal Sweet Daybreak

5 of 5 stars
Charleston, SC
23 Jul 2008

Raf & Vanessa were our hosts at Sweet Daybreak and really were great people to stay with. From meeting us at the airport to getting up and helping us work the street door at 4 a.m., they really went...more

Casa Andina Cusco Catedral

5 of 5 stars
Calgary, Canada
22 Jul 2008

I enjoyed my stay at Casa Andina Catedral. I paid $119 USD a night for triple occupancy. The posted rate was $131 a night; I just asked the person who I was dealing with at the Casa Andina chain...more

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