Sacred Sites and Churches

Cusco's cathedral, Jesuit church and Inca temples where Catholic and Andean sacred traditions meet.

A

Cusco Cathedral

The main Catholic temple in Cusco, this cathedral basilica features Plateresque architecture and stands as a central sacred landmark in the city.

Lhimec / cc0

B

Church of the Society of Jesus

A historic Jesuit church located in the ancient Inca capital, representing one of the city's prominent Catholic places of worship.

Håkan Svensson (Xauxa) / cc-by-2.5

C

Qoricancha Site Museum

Originally the most important temple complex in the Inca Empire, this sacred sun temple and archaeological site now operates as a museum.

Francisco de Zurbarán / pd

D

Basilica of La Merced, Cusco

A historic Roman Catholic minor basilica and convent complex located in the heart of Cusco.

Jklamo / cc-by-sa-4.0

E

San Cristobal Church

Perched atop a hill, this Catholic church provides scenic views across Cusco.

Adriana Ocampo / cc-by-4.0

F

San Blas

A Catholic church located in Cusco's historic center, dedicated to Saint Blaise.

G

Temple of the Moon

An ancient Incan ceremonial temple and archaeological site situated on Huayna Picchu.

H

Temple of the Sun

Place of Worship

I

Temple of the Condor

Place of Worship

G. D. Vicente Torres from Leipzig,… / cc-by-2.0

J

El Triunfo Church

Joined to Cusco Cathedral, this is the city's oldest Catholic church and was constructed atop Suntur Huasi, the former Incan armoury.

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