"Cusco" Cusco by chris_i79

Cusco Travel Guide: 1,054 reviews and 2,252 photos

Cusco is the former head of the Inca empire and the longest inhabited city in all of South America. Now a days it is a tourist mecca as the jumping off point to Machu Picchu. The city itself is stunning with a town square that would rival any city on the continent. Ancient Inca walls line some streets and there are many Inca sites to explore within walking distance of the city

Pros and Cons
  • Pros:Historical city, many Inca sites nearby, the jump off point for Machu Picchu
  • Cons:get ready to be hounded for you tourist dollars!
  • In a nutshell:A very touristy city......but at the same time a worth while visit
  • Last visit to Cusco: Jun 2003
  • Intro Updated Nov 4, 2003
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