CUSCO DOWNTOWN
The Plaza de Armas of Cusco, formerly known as Haucaypata (in the Quechua language: place of crying), is surrounded by beautiful colonial mansions and bordered by arcades, which make it even more beautiful. It houses two churches, which is quite unique, and has all sorts of tourist businesses, with restaurants and craft shops predominating.
Just one block away is another square, currently called Regocijo (which in Quechua is Kusipata: place of joy), adorned with a fountain, and in front of it stands the city’s Municipality. The historic center of Cusco also boasts a third square, named San Francisco for being in front of the monastery of the same name.
Strolling through its cobblestone streets and exploring its more than 8 churches is a true historical adventure.
