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1. Anta Valley ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Anta Valley
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2. Chinchero ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Chinchero
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3. Chonta Canyon

Chonta Canyon
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4. Huchuy Qosqo

Huchuy Qosqo
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5. Humantay Lake

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Humantay Lake
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6. Lares Hot Springs

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Lares Hot Springs
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7. Machu Picchu

Machu Picchu
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8. Maras

Maras
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9. Moray

Moray
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10. Ollantaytambo

Ollantaytambo
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11. Pisac

Pisac
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12. Sacsayhuaman

Sacsayhuaman
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13. Salumpunko

Salumpunko
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14. Southern Valley

Southern Valley
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15. The Sacred Valley of the Incas

The Sacred Valley of the Incas
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16. Vinicunca, the Rainbow Mountain

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Vinicunca, the Rainbow Mountain
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Formerly the capital of the Incan Empire, Cusco is now one of the most popular tourist destinations in Peru, offering easy access to many of the country's top attractions.
  • Few people who come here will miss the chance to see Machu Picchu, but there are plenty of lesser-known archaeological sites to explore, including Sacsayhuaman and Moray.
  • Once you've had your fill of history, you can visit a lively Sunday market.
  • Relax in therapeutic hot springs that flow down from the Andes mountains.
  • Go for a hike up the striking Rainbow Mountain.

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