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 The Santa Catalina Convent in Cusco, Perú is a fascinating church and convent with more than four centuries of history. Much of the convent is open to the public and allows visitors to learn about the lives of the nuns who live here and learn about the convent’s valuable collection of religious art. The Santa Catalina Convent in Cusco, Perú is built on the ruins of Acllawasi, an Inca institution where virtuous members of the nobility lived and worshiped the sun god. Women attended ceremonies, weaving, and preparing sacred bread and beer. The Santa Catalina Convent was founded here in the early 17th century and was destroyed by an earthquake in 1650. Reconstruction began the following year and continues to this day. Admire the architecture of the convent, a well-preserved example of Mudejar (Spanish Moorish) design. See the beautiful painted arches and the magnificent chapter house decorated with murals. Inside the chapel you will see Baroque frescoes that represent Inca vegetatio...

The Quechua’s tradition of textiles in Cusco is in danger, as machine-made replicas flood the markets of Cusco. It’s often difficult to distinguish between a locally handmade textile and a machine-made copy. Therefore, it’s nearly impossible to know where to go to truly support local artisans. By shopping responsibly in Cusco or Machu Picchu, you can be part of the Quechua textile revitalization movement . With your purchases, you can contribute to the cultural sustainability of the Quechua culture. Qorianka will give you some tips about the things that you must give attention to in order to avoid getting scammed in the Inca capital. How to Be a Conscious Consumer When shopping while touring in Cusco, try to find out who made your product to shorten the production chain steps between the maker and consumer (you!). This benefits not only the maker, but also the environment and local economy. Ensure your money supports the maker receiving fair payment (and treatment) for their work. Note...

There are 3 ways to get to Machu Picchu: through the Inca Trail, with the long route by Hydroelectric and by train. If you are not one of the people who enjoy outdoor walks, you should choose the train ride. The train to Machu Picchu is a beautiful journey through the Sacred Valley of the Incas to Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu town), at the foot of the Wonder of the World. Here we tell you which is the best train from Cusco to Machu Picchu. How to get to Machu Picchu by train? To get to Machu Picchu by train, you must book tickets online in advance. It is recommended to do it immediately after knowing the date of visit to the Wonder of the World. Once in the city of Cusco (Peru), the visitor must approach the chosen train station (Poroy, Urubamba or Ollantaytambo station). It is advisable to be 30 minutes before the scheduled travel time. All train services have as their final destination, the town of Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu town). From there it only remains to board one of the b...

Throughout the Sacred Valley , the Incas left us a great legacy of archaeological and architectural sites that are preserved to this day. Thanks to them we have been able to learn much of the history and culture of this empire that inhabited Peru for around 100 years, between 1438 and 1533. One of the most fascinating places you can find in the Sacred Valley is Moray, an archaeological complex used by the Incas as a center for agricultural research. Without any doubt, Moray in Perú is one of the must-see destinations on your visit to Cusco. In order for you to get to this place steeped in its history and its origin, here we tell you all you need to know. Moray etymology Like many other Cusco place names, the word Moray comes from Quechua. There are several versions about the origin of this term. On the one hand, there are those who say that it is a contraction of the words Muyu (round) and Uruy (below or in the lower part) and on the other, those who attribute it to terms such as Aymor...

The annual pilgrimage to the Sanctuary of the Lord of Huanca in Cusco, Peru, is an important celebration that takes place on September 14. Devotees travel from various regions to the Huata Piedra Negra Sanctuary to venerate the Christ considered miraculous. The festival, which dates back to the 17th century, attracts pilgrims from all over the country and abroad, who come in search of blessings. During the ceremony, pilgrims kneel before the image of Christ, expressing their faith with candles and prayers. In addition to selling replicas of the Lord of Huanca, some make the pilgrimage on foot from distant places, demonstrating their devotion and gratitude. Date: The festival of the Lord of Huanca in Perú is celebrated every September 14, characterized by a massive pilgrimage of devotees. Description: The Lord of Huanca in Cusco is the image of the martyred Christ that causes great fervor and devotion among the Catholics of Cusco and Peru. Every year in the month of September the faithf...