Cusco is considered archaeological capital of the Americas, because it boasts innumerable interesting vestiges of the Inca and pre-Incas cultures which once thrived there. In Cusco and its surroundings, you'll find ancient temples, forts, and shrines, as well as the most interesting museums, churches & cathedrals, and you can explore them with Inca World Peru, which has the best guides and organization awaiting for you.

During Inca times, Cusco was known as "The Navel of the World", as it was considered not just the center of the empire, but of the world. From Cusco, one can embark on one of the most legendary excursions one can undertake: the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.