Cusco or Cuzco [d] (Latin American Spanish:; Quechua: Qosqo or Qusqu, both pronounced in Cuzco Quechua as) is a city in southeastern Peru, near the Sacred Valley of the Andes mountain range and the Huatanay river. It is the capital of the eponymous province and department.

Jun 3, 2025 · Cuzco, city and Inca región, south-central Peru. It is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the Western Hemisphere . Formerly the capital of the extensive Inca empire , it retains much of its highly crafted early stone architecture, which is typically preserved in the foundations and lower stories of Spanish colonial structures.

Jan 30, 2015 · Cuzco (also Cusco or Qosqo) was the religious and administrative capital of the Inca Empire which flourished in ancient Peru between c. 1400 and 1534 CE.

Nov 8, 2024 · Founded in the 12th century, it was the center of Inca politics, culture, and spirituality. The city’s architecture is a mix of Inca and Spanish styles, offering a unique sight. Cuzco is in southeastern Peru, a short flight from Lima. …

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May 6, 2024 · Cuzco (also "Cusco", or "Qosqo" in Quechua), located in the Southern Sierras is a fascinating city that was the capital of the Inca Empire.

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Mar 25, 2019 · Tips & Insights of the City of Cuzco. A Brief Travel Guide with Recommendations about How to Get There, What to See & Do, Where to Stay, How to Move Around the City, Coping with the Altitude, What to Eat & More.

May 20, 2018 · Cuzco is located at the confluence of two rivers at the northern end of a large and agriculturally rich valley, high in the Andes Mountains of Peru at an elevation of 3,395 meters (11,100 feet) above sea level. It was the center of the Inca Empire and the dynastic seat of …

Once the capital of the mighty Inca Empire, Cusco (also spelled Cuzco) holds a unique charm that's hard to put into words. Exquisite churches, fantastic museums, and narrow cobbled streets in the historic center merit at least a few days’ worth of exploration.