Tourism | Cusco | Sacsayhuaman

saqsaw = instead of satiated

        waman = hawk

        "Place is satisfied falcon"

 The fortress of Sacsayhuaman, is one of the most important Inca buildings and more amazed by its grandeur and perfection, only to Machu Picchu and Choquequirao is located two miles north of the city of Cusco, at an altitude of 3700 m. , surrounded by three mountains: Ausangate, Pachatusan five and bathed by the River Tullumayo

This fort or, as is also believed may have been an important ceremonial center dedicated to the Sun, is just 2 kilometers from Cusco, the historic capital of the country, at an altitude of 3,500 meters above sea level.

The large stone blocks used to build even come to be about 9 meters high, those located on the first platform, and weigh no more and no less than to about 200 tons.

It is believed, this monumental work was started by Pachacuti, the ninth governor and one of those responsible for the expansion of the Empire, and would have continued Tupac Yupanqui, however, some historians believe that Huayna Capac was responsible for giving the shot. The work would have demanded some 70 years and would have required the force of 20,000 men, both in the work of the foundation and the fortress itself.

This is the official stage of the festival of Inti Raymi. 

Tourism | Cusco navel of the world

 

 Cusco, the "navel of the world" to the Incas, has today become the strategic center of Peru tourism. Set in the heart of the Andes, the ancient capital of the most powerful empire in South America has kept its charm, beauty and originality! It is inconceivable to travel to Peru without passing through Cuzco. In fact, the city and its surroundings are brimming with tourist and cultural wealth for everyone.

Cusco main resorts

Parade:
Cusco hosts a parade which undoubtedly represents a historical pre-Columbian and Andean and invaluable. The space is built has gone through complicated processes since ancient times .... more information

Acllawasi:
One of the most important buildings that were in the main square was Acllahuasi (House of Chosen Women or Virgins of the Sun.) It was like a monastery for women Andean nobles who were chosen among the most beautiful in the Quechua territory ..... more information.

Sacsayhuaman:
is a "fortress ceremonial" Inca located two miles north of the city of Cuzco. The building started during the reign of Pachacuti, in the fifteenth century, however, was Huayna Capac who gave the final touch in the sixteenth century ..... more information.

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