Cusco Day 1

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First full day in Cusco, we did a half day city tour. Cusco is the former capital of the Inca Empire and this building was almost opposite out hotel.

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The architecture is amazing. They fitted the blocks together perfectly.

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A painting showing the Milky Way Galaxy as a llama.

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The grounds of Qoricancha.

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Then went out of town a short way to Sacsayhuaman.

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Some tourists using the rocks as a slide!

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The ruins stretch over a large area.

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And go underground.

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The Cusco Catholic Cathedral. It is actually three churches in one, and as usual the interior is an amazing sight of gold and pictures.

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The fountain in the Plaza de Armas.

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Another shot of the Plaza de Armas. IS surrounded by tourist attractions and also some excellent restaurants.

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Qoricancha from the front.

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A typical side street in Cusco.

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A huge collection of melted candles at the Inka Grill.