Religious sites in Cusco

Cusco's Sacred Sites

Cusco’s religious landscape reflects the syncretism of Incan and Spanish colonial history. This collection includes the Cusco Cathedral, built over the Kiswarkancha palace, and the Church of the Society of Jesus, a prime example of Andean Baroque architecture. Key highlights include the intricately carved cedar pulpit of San Blas, the panoramic city views from San Cristóbal, and El Triunfo, the city's first Christian church. These sites showcase centuries of religious art, gold-leaf altars, and architectural styles ranging from Plateresque to Mestizo Baroque.

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Cusco Cathedral

The Cathedral of Cusco or Cathedral Basilica of the Virgin of the Assumption is the main temple of the city of Cusco, in Peru and houses…

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Church of the Society of Jesus

The Iglesia de la Compañía de Jesús is a historic Jesuit church in Cusco, the ancient capital of the Inca Empire, in Cusco Region, Peru.

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Basilica of La Merced, Cusco

The Basilica of La Merced, also known as Convent of La Merced, is a minor basilica located in the city of Cusco, Peru.

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San Blas

This 16th-century church is renowned for its intricately carved cedar wood pulpit, considered a masterpiece of colonial woodworking. Located in the historic artisan quarter, it features a collection of Cusco School paintings and an adobe exterior that contrasts with its ornate interior.

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San Sebastian

Featuring a highly decorative Baroque facade, this church was built to serve the indigenous nobility of Cusco. It houses notable paintings by Diego Quispe Tito and underwent significant restoration following a fire in 2016 to preserve its colonial-era religious art.