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Party the night away in Cusco
Cusco (more commonly spelt Cuzco in English) is the culture central of Peru, it was also our base during the three months volunteer project so in a way, it was like 'home'. It is also where many visitors meet, get acclimatised to the elevation (Cusco is at 3326 above sea level) and to begin their Inca Trail trek.
A stock pot of Inca structures and colonial buildings, Cusco is the continent's oldest continuously inhabited city. The beautiful Plaza de Armas is the heart of the city surrounded by the cathedral with richly decorated interior; along the side is the church of La Compania and rows of colonial buildings housing cafes and restauratns. A narrow alley way leading up to San Blas is lined with Inca walls. You'll find a man dressed in Inca warrior clothing for you to take photos with for 5 Soles. The same walls exist in the opposite direction from Plaza de Armas.
Cusco is dotted with museums and churches, so there are plenty of ways to learn the fascinating history of the Inca empire and the city's colonial past. A tourist ticket (Boleto Turistico) for US$10 gives you entry into 16 sites and attractions and can be purchased from the Office of the Executive Committee (Oficina Ejecutiva del Comite), the tourist office or at a travel agency. The ticket is valid for 10 days so you can take your time!
Many foreigners come to Cusco for a bit of Spanish lesson and schools and tuition are aplenty here. We learnt from San Blas Spanish School for US$7 an hour, however I am sure cheaper ones are available. Lonely Planet states that Cusco is one of the best places in the country to study Spanish!
Now, I did mention party? Every night the city turns into a big disco party with bars opening up their dance floors until wee hours in the morning. You'll get flyers about them during the day from locals trying to get foreigners to go to their clubs. There is Mama Africa which mostly plays hip-pop, there is Ukukus that plays a mixture of popular music and Latin pop and then there is the Azucar, a funky place for those who like to show off their salsa moves. And of course, these places are often packed with foreigners and locals trying to pick up foreigners. Just watch out for your belongings.
Around Cusco there are Inca ruins to visit as well as many markets to browse. Be ware, that some traditional markets may be a little confronting for some of us who are used to well packaged meats and grocery items. Lamb heads and half carved whole pigs may be present.
Information on Cusco:
Cusco Peru Travel Information
Plaza de Armas, Cusco
A stock pot of Inca structures and colonial buildings, Cusco is the continent's oldest continuously inhabited city. The beautiful Plaza de Armas is the heart of the city surrounded by the cathedral with richly decorated interior; along the side is the church of La Compania and rows of colonial buildings housing cafes and restauratns. A narrow alley way leading up to San Blas is lined with Inca walls. You'll find a man dressed in Inca warrior clothing for you to take photos with for 5 Soles. The same walls exist in the opposite direction from Plaza de Armas.
Cusco is dotted with museums and churches, so there are plenty of ways to learn the fascinating history of the Inca empire and the city's colonial past. A tourist ticket (Boleto Turistico) for US$10 gives you entry into 16 sites and attractions and can be purchased from the Office of the Executive Committee (Oficina Ejecutiva del Comite), the tourist office or at a travel agency. The ticket is valid for 10 days so you can take your time!
Clusters of local houses on the hill above the city centre
Many foreigners come to Cusco for a bit of Spanish lesson and schools and tuition are aplenty here. We learnt from San Blas Spanish School for US$7 an hour, however I am sure cheaper ones are available. Lonely Planet states that Cusco is one of the best places in the country to study Spanish!
A local woman I bought some belts from, each of these belts take two days to weave.
Now, I did mention party? Every night the city turns into a big disco party with bars opening up their dance floors until wee hours in the morning. You'll get flyers about them during the day from locals trying to get foreigners to go to their clubs. There is Mama Africa which mostly plays hip-pop, there is Ukukus that plays a mixture of popular music and Latin pop and then there is the Azucar, a funky place for those who like to show off their salsa moves. And of course, these places are often packed with foreigners and locals trying to pick up foreigners. Just watch out for your belongings.
Cusco
Plaza de Armas at night
Around Cusco there are Inca ruins to visit as well as many markets to browse. Be ware, that some traditional markets may be a little confronting for some of us who are used to well packaged meats and grocery items. Lamb heads and half carved whole pigs may be present.
Information on Cusco:
Cusco Peru Travel Information
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What kinds of nationalities can you find in Cusco apart from the Peruvians? Iām in Napoli right now, and there seem to be no Asian locals at all. There are a signifcant amount of people frm Africa, and a few from the Middle East, though. As well as Europeans from other countries. I asked a waiter if there any Thai restraunts and he said no without even thinking!