Cusco
Peru
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Description
The site was the historic capital of the Inca Empire from the 13th until the 16th-century Spanish conquest. In 1983 Cusco was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. It has become a major tourist destination, hosting nearly 2 million visitors a year. The Constitution of Peru designates it as the Historical Capital of Peru. In 1983 Cusco was designated as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO with the title "City of Cuzco". [From Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cusco,_Peru).
Population : 348935 habitants
Superficy : 385 habitants
Weather
14/12/2025
Min: 8.1°C / Max: 9.6°C
Humidity: 79%
14/12/2025
Min: 8.1°C / Max: 9.6°C
Humidity: 79%
Weather year round
| Temperatures | Sunlight | Rain | |
| January | 7 °C / 19 °C | 5h | 165mm / 18 rain days |
| February | 7 °C / 19 °C | 5h | 150mm / 13 rain days |
| March | 6 °C / 19 °C | 6h | 110mm / 11 rain days |
| April | 5 °C / 19 °C | 7h | 50mm / 8 rain days |
| May | 3 °C / 19 °C | 8h | 15mm / 3 rain days |
| June | 1 °C / 19 °C | 8h | 5mm / 2 rain days |
| July | 1 °C / 19 °C | 2h | 5mm / 8 rain days |
| August | 2 °C / 20 °C | 8h | 10mm / 2 rain days |
| September | 5 °C / 20 °C | 7h | 25mm / 7 rain days |
| October | 6 °C / 21 °C | 7h | 65mm / 8 rain days |
| November | 6 °C / 21 °C | 6h | 75mm / 12 rain days |
| December | 7 °C / 20 °C | 6h | 135mm / 16 rain days |
Activities in Cusco
1 Machu Picchu
The world-famous Inca citadel, offering breathtaking views and rich history.
Pérou
Duration: 4h
2 Sacsayhuamán
An impressive Inca fortress with massive stone walls and stunning panoramic views of Cusco.
Sacsayhuamán, Cusco, Peru
Duration: 2h
3 Plaza de Armas
The main square of Cusco, surrounded by colonial buildings, churches, and restaurants.
Plaza de Armas, Cusco, Peru
Duration: 1h
4 San Pedro Market
A bustling market offering local crafts, fresh produce, and traditional Andean food.
San Pedro Market, Cusco, Peru
Duration: 1.5h
5 Rainbow Mountain
A stunning multicolored mountain located a few hours from Cusco, offering breathtaking trekking opportunities.
Rainbow Mountain, Cusco, Peru
Duration: 5h
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